PICU/NICU Float RN
Phoenix, Arizona
Maricopa Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PICU/NICU Float)

Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

• Role: RN - PICU/NICU Float
• Float between NICU and acute pediatric patients within the hospital
• Trauma Level 1 experience required

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of specialty experience in NICU and PICU
• First-time travelers not accepted unless they have 5+ years of experience
• Prior travel experience not explicitly required

Work Schedule

• 3 weekend days per month required
• No on-call required
• Not open to block scheduling

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Advanced required for this unit
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) or ATCN (Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses) acceptable
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) required for PICU
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - AWHONN Intermediate preferred
• State RN License (current, unencumbered) with Primary Source Verification
• NURSYS Verification (current, unencumbered)

Skills & Experience

• Experience in NICU and PICU settings
• Trauma Level 1 experience
• Ability to float between NICU and acute pediatric units

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or government-issued photo ID
• Background checks within 1 year (including SS Trace, 7-year County, National Criminal, FACIS III)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Education verification (diploma or transcripts) required before start
• Fingerprinting as applicable (results on file within 90 days)
• Physical exam within 1 year, completed within 72 hours of contract signing
• Fit mask test completed onsite during orientation
• Immunizations and health documents required within 72 hours of contract signing:

  • TDAP (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (Qgold or Tspot within 1 year) or chest X-ray if prior positive
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella - positive titer or proof of vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Drug testing negative within 12 months (specific panels required)
• Candidate must complete facility-specific orientation and confidentiality forms

Additional Notes

• Local candidates are acceptable
• Candidate must be able to meet weekend requirements
• No on-call duties
• Must be able to float between units as needed

This position is ideal for experienced PICU/NICU nurses with trauma experience looking for a travel contract in Phoenix, AZ.