CVPICU Registered Nurse
Orange, California
Children's Hospital of Orange County

Registered Nurse – CVPICU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Orange, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Hours per week: 36
• Start Date: August 10
• Return to Office (RTO): 7 days maximum
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Floating Requirements: Yes; must float to PICU or NICU first, may also float to Pediatric Medical/Surgical Oncology floor
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per month, including some holidays (shared with regular staff)
• On-call: Not required
• Patient Population: Highly variable, mostly surgical patients, majority are infants
• Special Procedures/Unit Details:

  • ECMO (technicians operate pumps)
  • Use of Nitric Oxide, pacemakers, chest tubes, invasive monitors
  • Bedside procedures such as chest tube placement and cardioversions
  • No floating to Emergency Department or Mental Health

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatrics CVICU experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) experience
• NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) experience
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 60 days of start (7-year search including SSN trace, all counties lived/worked, national databases, sex offender registry, education verification)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 60 days of start
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted; marijuana testing not allowed)
• Immunizations and Screenings:

  • Tdap vaccine required (TD or Dtap not acceptable)
  • Negative TB test (IGRA or 2-step PPD) within 60 days of start or valid chest X-ray for past positives
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; boosters if titers low/negative
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, declination, or proof of 3-shot series
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept 9 – Mar 31)
• Mask Fit Testing: Required prior to start; cannot be completed onsite. Acceptable masks include 9205+, 3M 8210, 8110s, and 1804. Required for PICU and other specified units.
• Physical Exam: Aya standard physical within 1 year of start (not required to be updated annually)
• Eye Exam: In-person visual acuity exam required prior to start (Snellen or Titmus acceptable)
• Color Blind Exam: In-person Ishihara test required prior to start

Orientation and Onboarding

• Completion of assigned orientation modules prior to starting on the floor (approximately 6-8 hours, with specific deadlines)
• Facility-specific documents and acknowledgments required before start, including:

  • Job description acknowledgment
  • Non-disclosure agreement
  • Safety and conduct packets
  • Fingernail hygiene policy acknowledgment (no artificial nails allowed; natural nails must be ≤ ¼ inch)
  • Mission, vision, and values acknowledgment
  • COVID-19 religious or medical exemption forms if applicable
• Badge pickup on first shift; temperature checks and prescreening may be required before building access
• Photo for badge must be professional and submitted timely

Additional Notes

• First-time travelers may be considered if they have 2 years of strong experience
• No on-call responsibilities
• No floating to Emergency Department or Mental Health units
• Medication and pediatric competency exams required, including NICU pharmacology competency if applicable
• Must complete unit-specific skills checklist signed and dated
• Verification of 2 previous employers with up to 7 years of relevant experience required prior to start (cannot be pending)

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a high-acuity pediatric cardiovascular intensive care unit with a diverse patient population primarily consisting of infants and surgical cases.