Pediatric CVICU RN
Austin, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric RN - Cardiac ICU

Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (approximately 13 weeks)

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in a Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio varies by shift and patient acuity:

  • 1:1 for ICU status patients
  • 1:2 for ICU status patients
  • 1:3 for stepdown/non-ICU patients

Required Experience & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients in a CVICU setting
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Licenses

• License verification and primary source verification required within 30 days prior to assignment start.
• Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start.

Additional Required Qualifications & Compliance

• Completion of specialty competency exams and skills checklists demonstrating proficiency in Pediatric Cardiac ICU nursing.
• Compliance with health and safety requirements including:

  • Immunizations: MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza (seasonal)
  • Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA testing with follow-up as needed
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or documented declination
  • Drug screening (12-panel) within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
  • Fit testing for respiratory protection
• Completion of onboarding education and attestations related to HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission standards, and facility-specific protocols.
• Background checks, employment and education verifications, and professional references required prior to assignment.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Contract length is approximately 13 weeks.
• This role requires strong pediatric cardiovascular ICU clinical skills and adherence to rigorous credentialing and compliance standards.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced Pediatric CVICU RNs seeking a focused, specialized assignment in a critical care pediatric setting.