Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse
Durham, NC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Pediatric Stepdown nursing position requiring at least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience.
• Weekend work required every other weekend.
• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly.
• First-time travel nurses and local candidates within 75 miles are welcome.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Pediatric PCU (Progressive Care Unit), with experience within the last year required.
• Experience in Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Work Schedule

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours per shift (total 36 hours/week).
• Weekend shifts required every other weekend.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Candidates must provide and maintain the following:

Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 90 days of start, covering all counties lived, worked, or attended school in the past 7 years.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 90 days of start.
• Education verification as applicable.
• OFAC Sanctions List Search within 30 days of start.

Health and Immunization Documents

• Physical exam within 12 months of start (latex allergy acceptable).
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or T-Spot) or chest x-ray within 12 months.
• Annual TB questionnaire.
• Required vaccinations or immunity documentation:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years, no exemptions)
  • Measles (2 vaccines or positive titer, no exemptions)
  • Mumps (2 vaccines or positive titer, no exemptions)
  • Rubella (1 vaccine or positive titer, no exemptions)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (no exemptions).
• Drug test: Negative 10-panel (including THC) within 30 days of start (no instant tests).

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Must set up a Guest Account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Completion of competency checklists (CBOs) within 3 weeks after start date.
• Completion of required online orientation modules prior to starting orientation.
• Pass/fail testing on EKG/medication knowledge administered at orientation (passing score 80%).
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Blue Card training may be required depending on unit.

References and Employment History

• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, with at least one supervisor reference.
• Complete employment application including 7 years of work history.
• Annual update of skills checklist.

Additional Notes

• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments at this facility may have some document requirements waived or accepted on file.
• Candidates must be cleared with all required documentation before starting; no pending background checks allowed.
• Candidates should be prepared to complete labs and drug testing promptly after signing the contract.

This position offers a structured orientation and support system, suitable for both first-time travel nurses and local candidates, with a focus on pediatric stepdown care during night shifts.