Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: CVPICU Registered Nurse

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (PCICU)
• 29-bed, Beacon Award-Winning unit
• 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, Pediatric Pharmacists
• All beds are monitored beds

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 depending on patient acuity
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule, plus holiday rotation
• Floating: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling: Available at manager’s discretion
• Locals accepted

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac ICU
• Required Experience: Minimum 2 years Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience (includes CV and pediatric experience)
• Preferred Experience: VAD experience highly preferred
• First-time travelers accepted
• Licensure: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license required

Certifications Required

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Preferred but not required for this pediatric unit (AHA only)

Additional Requirements

• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required
• Guaranteed hours: May be cancelled one shift every two weeks
• Travel pairs: Not accepted
• Local radius: 60 miles

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching facility
• Magnet hospital
• Total staffed beds: 820
• Charting system: EPIC

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7 years of history, SSN trace, sex offender registry, national criminal, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and diploma/transcripts preferred
• NURSYS license verification required
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Physical exam: Initial and annual updates required
• Fit test: N95 mask fit test within 90 days prior to start, annual renewal required
• Immunizations and titers: Tdap, TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Flu vaccine: Required during flu season or medical/religious exemption with documentation
• COVID-19 vaccination: Highly preferred but not required; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency exams: Medication/pharmacology competency and general competency exams required
• Color blindness testing required prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before start
• Clear, passport-style badge photo required prior to start

Notes

• This is a highly specialized pediatric cardiac ICU role requiring strong pediatric cardiac critical care experience.
• The unit is recognized nationally for outcomes and quality of care.
• Candidates must be prepared for night shifts and weekend rotations.
• Compliance with all facility-specific documentation and health requirements is mandatory.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a prestigious, award-winning pediatric cardiac ICU with advanced therapies and a multidisciplinary team.