Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Pediatric Critical Care (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Position: Pediatric Critical Care float pool RN
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM), totaling 36 hours/week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend plus holiday rotation
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3
• Float: RN will float within scope to all Pediatric units including CVPICU, NICU, PICU
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric ICU experience (highest required years of experience)
• First-time travelers accepted if they meet experience requirements
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Licensure & Certifications

• RN License: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• Certifications required (American Heart Association - AHA only):

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Certifications preferred: ECMO, CRRT experience preferred but not required
• Other certifications that may be required or preferred depending on unit:

  • ACLS (not required for pediatric units)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - not required for ER RNs
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - not required for NICU
• Certification expiration: Must not expire within 30 days of start date; renewals required prior to start if expiring soon

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Hurricane Season (June - November): Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this period; consider this before accepting assignments

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County, State, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry
  • FACIS 3 and international searches if applicable
• Education verification and diploma/transcripts preferred
• Primary source verification of active, unencumbered SC RN license or compact license
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test: N95 mask fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health requirements:

  • 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, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccinations with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella titer or vaccinations with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Color blindness test required prior to start
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests required as applicable
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge

Additional Notes

• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required
• Employment history: Last 3 clinical employers verified; attestation letters accepted if verification not possible
• Radiation badge required only for specific units (not applicable for this pediatric critical care role)
• Local candidates accepted but may be paid at a reduced rate (not relevant for pay details here)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric critical care environment with a supportive float pool role across multiple pediatric intensive care units. Candidates must be prepared for a dynamic schedule including weekend and holiday rotations and potential emergency response during hurricane season.