PICU Registered Nurse
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: PICU Registered Nurse

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

Position Details

• Unit: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Unit Size: 28 beds
• Patient Population: Children ages 0-18 with medical and surgical diagnoses including respiratory compromise, trauma, post-operative care, neurology/neurosurgery
• Care Provided: Intensive and intermediate care, ventilatory and cardiac support, ECMO, CRRT, renal/peritoneal dialysis, pediatric palliative care
• Staffing: Registered Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries, with support from Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pediatric Pharmacists

Work Schedule

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Days, 7 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• Ratios: 1:1, 1:2, 1:3 (varies with ICU and Stepdown patients)
• Floating: Floating within scope to meet unit needs is required
• Holiday shifts may be required if contract covers holidays

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS certification issued by American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Requirements

• Must complete all required background checks and verifications including:

  • 7-year background check with multiple searches (SSN trace, state and national criminal, sex offender registry, etc.)
  • Education verification (diploma/transcripts)
  • NURSYS license verification
• Required health documents and immunizations:

  • Physical exam updated annually
  • Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series or declination
  • 10-panel drug screen within 90 days
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption (flu season August-April)
• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge
• Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers

Important Notes

• The facility is a Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, and Magnet Hospital
• Charting system used: EPIC
• Local candidates within 60 miles may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• During hurricane season (June-November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity pediatric critical care environment with a supportive interdisciplinary team. Candidates should be prepared for varied patient acuity and flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays.