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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool)

Location:

• Charleston, South Carolina
• Facility: Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
• Hospital System: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)

Employment Type:

• Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Role: Pediatric Critical Care float pool RN
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM), 36 hours/week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend plus holiday rotation
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3
• Float Requirement: RN will float to all Pediatric units within Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital (CVPICU, NICU, PICU) within scope of practice
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years Pediatric ICU experience
• First-time travelers accepted if experience requirement met
• License Required: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required: BLS, PALS (American Heart Association only)
• Preferred Experience: ECMO, CRRT
• Block Scheduling: Possible with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Local Radius: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time

Required Licenses & Certifications

• RN License: South Carolina or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• BLS: American Heart Association (AHA) only
• PALS: Required for all Pediatric units (AHA only)
• Additional Preferred Certifications:

  • ACLS (not required for pediatric units)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - as required, not required for ER RNs
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - as applicable
• Other: Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually

Experience & Competencies

• Minimum 2 years Pediatric ICU experience required
• ECMO and CRRT experience preferred
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams required as applicable
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start
• Competency exams required, including Pediatric OR competency if applicable

Schedule & Work Conditions

• 3x12 hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Weekend rotation every other weekend plus holidays
• Floating across pediatric critical care units as needed
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Potential emergency response assignments during hurricane season (June-November)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask (specific models required) within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination form)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray follow-up
• Annual TB questionnaire completion required
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination documentation required during flu season (September 30 - April 18) or approved medical/religious exemption
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Background check including 7 years of history and multiple registries
• Employment and education verifications required
• Color blind test required prior to start

Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Complete employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, and agency names with no unaccounted gaps
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• Photo for badge: clear, passport-style, solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility system prior to start
• All certifications must be current and not expiring within 30 days of start date
• Driver’s license, Social Security card, and I-9 form required for eligibility verification

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted on a case-by-case basis
• All Return to Office (RTO) requests must be submitted at time of application and are subject to unit approval
• Facility may call off shifts as needed (1 shift per 2 weeks allowed)
• Travelers should be prepared for possible emergency response duties during hurricane season (June-November)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a highly specialized pediatric critical care environment with a reputable academic medical center. Candidates must meet strict licensure, certification, and health requirements to ensure compliance and patient safety.