Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Charleston, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CVPICU)

Location

• Charleston, South Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (PCICU)
• 29-bed unit, Beacon Award-winning
• Referral center for major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina
• Average daily census: 26 patients
• Patient population: congenital heart disease of any age
• Common procedures: cardiac surgery, ventricular assist devices (VAD), heart transplant, cardiac catheterization
• Advanced therapies: ECMO, CRRT, complex supportive therapies
• Pediatric palliative care available as needed
• Staffing includes RNs, Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pediatric Pharmacists
• All beds are monitored

Shift Details

• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Patient ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity
• Weekend requirement: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule plus holiday rotation
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is required
• Travelers may be cancelled one shift every two weeks
• Block scheduling accommodations possible at manager’s discretion

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CVPICU) experience, with CVPICU experience within the last year
• Pediatric patient care experience
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card
• Completed and accurate I-9 form with work eligibility attestation
• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • Statewide and national criminal checks
  • Sex offender registry
  • FACIS 3 and international searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers check
• Primary source verification of active, unencumbered RN license with no pending actions
• NURSYS verification required
• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Verification of last 3 clinical employers (or all if fewer than 3)

Competency Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (pediatric preferred but regular acceptable)
• Competency exam (pediatric preferred but regular acceptable)
• Color blind testing prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of orientation modules and First Day Instructions (FDI) prior to start; estimated 2 hours
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility platform
• Clear, passport-style badge photo required by Wednesday end of day prior to start
• Radiation badge required if assigned to units involving radiation exposure (not applicable for this RN role)
• No travel pairs accepted on this unit

Additional Notes

• Local candidates within 60 miles accepted (with adjusted pay rate)
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application and approved based on unit needs
• The unit is recognized nationally for outcomes and quality of care (voted #4 in US News report, #1 in nation for outcomes)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a highly specialized, award-winning pediatric cardiac ICU with advanced therapies and a supportive multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have strong pediatric cardiac ICU experience, required certifications, and the ability to work night shifts with weekend and holiday rotations.