Cardiovascular Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (PCICU experience strongly preferred; NICU, Pediatric Stepdown, and Pediatric RNs also considered)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required
• Licensure: North Carolina or Compact nursing license required and must be in hand
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes
• Orientation: Bi-weekly
• Local Candidates: Accepted within 75 miles
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Flu Vaccine: Mandatory with no exemptions or declinations accepted

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• PCICU experience is strongly preferred but not mandatory
• Must have current NC or Compact nursing license
• Required certifications include BLS and PALS
• Must be willing to work every other weekend and float as needed
• Flu vaccination is required for all candidates without exception

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including SSN trace, county checks for past 7 years, sex offender, and international searches if applicable
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Flu vaccine (seasonal, no exemptions)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella vaccinations or positive titers (no exemptions)
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella vaccine or positive titer (boosters required if low/equivocal)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months (at least one supervisor)
• Employment application and skills checklist (updated annually)
• Completion of required online modules prior to orientation
• Competency exams and unit-specific training during orientation
• Setup of a facility guest account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all required documentation and clearances before starting
• Orientation includes training on crisis prevention and unit-specific competencies
• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments may have some documentation accepted on file
• Flu vaccination is strictly enforced for all new candidates starting during flu season (October through March)

This position offers an opportunity for RNs with pediatric or critical care experience to work in a reputable healthcare system with structured orientation and support.