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

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum 3-4 weekend shifts per schedule, including holiday rotation
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3
• Float Pool: RN will float within scope to all pediatric units including CVPICU, NICU, and PICU
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience, with at least some 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)
• Experience working with pediatric patients

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval and unit needs consideration
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• During hurricane season (June–November, peak in August and September), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification: Required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if verification pending
• Work History Verification: Last 3 clinical employers verified; attestation letters accepted only if other verification methods exhausted
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment Application: Must include all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps

Certifications & Competencies

• Additional Certifications (as applicable):

  • ACLS not required for pediatric units
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) through AHA/AAP required
  • TNCC not required for ER RNs
  • EFM not required for NICU
• Competency Exams: Required, including medication/pharmacology competency and OR competency if applicable
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form required
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or appropriate follow-up for positive history
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be needed for low titers
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests accepted
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed

Facility Specific Requirements

• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses
• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start; estimated 2 hours; completed on a computer (not phone)
• Radiation Badge: Not required for this position
• Emergency Response: Awareness of possible hurricane season emergency assignments

Notes

• All required certifications must be valid beyond 30 days from start date; expiring certifications must be renewed or have scheduled renewal prior to start
• Requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application and are subject to unit approval
• Facility reserves the right to call off shifts as needed

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric critical care environment with a supportive float pool structure and a focus on high-quality patient care.