Pediatric CVICU RN
Austin, TX
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

RN CVICU-Peds

Location: Austin, Texas Employment Type: LTA Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: 06:45 - 19:15

Assignment Details

• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • 1:1
  • 1:2 for ICU status
  • 1:3 for stepdown/non-ICU patients in the overflow unit

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Texas
• 1.5 years of Pediatrics CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric cardiovascular patients
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• PALS
• NIHSS
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Driver's License

Onboarding and Compliance

• Pre-hire education: 6-hour pre-hire modules with attestation uploaded after completion; nursing contingent worker onboarding completed onsite
• Pre-hire modules: Nova StatStrip modules required annually
• Unit-specific checklist (optional): must be uploaded by the unit leader within 1 week of onboarding
• Submission documents: resume or profile, and at least 2 professional references completed before first assignment
• Badge photo: forward-facing headshot on a white or blue background, no alterations or filters
• Background and screening:

  • Criminal background check (SSN trace, OIG, national sex offender search, and others), completed within 90 days of first assignment and updated yearly
  • EPLS check within 90 days of start
  • Education verification within 90 days of start (diplomas not accepted; official transcripts required if verification fails)
  • Third-party employment verification for the past 7 years, updated yearly
• Assignment documents: confirmation of assignment on agency letterhead, updated with each extension
• Name change documentation (optional): legal documentation if applicable
• Driver's license or state ID: must not be expired and must match the address on file

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Vaccinations and titers:

  • MMR: proof of two doses or positive IgG titer; no declinations accepted
  • Varicella: proof of two doses, serological immunity, or verified history; no declinations accepted
  • Hepatitis B: completed 3-vaccine series or signed declination
  • Tdap: valid 10 years from administration; no declinations or attestations accepted
  • Influenza: required for flu season October 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027; exemptions and declinations accepted, but a mask must be worn at all times
• TB screening: 2-step PPD (first within 1 year, second within 30 days of start) or negative IGRA within 90 days of start; TB questionnaire updated annually
• Health statement: statement of good health or physical exam before first assignment, updated annually
• Fit test: required for all travelers, updated annually; preferred to be completed before start, and can be completed onsite (PAPR fit tests are not done onsite)
• Drug screen: 11-panel drug screen within 30 days before first assignment, updated annually; retesting required after a break in service over 90 days