Cardiovascular Pediatric ICU RN
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (CVPICU)

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• PCICU experience is strongly preferred.
• Candidates with NICU or Pediatric Stepdown experience who have PICU floating experience will also be considered.
• Weekend shifts required every other weekend.
• Floating between units required.
• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly.
• Flu vaccination is mandatory; no exemptions or declinations accepted.
• Local candidates within 75 miles are eligible.
• First-time travelers are welcome.

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in specialty (Registered Nurse).
• Licensure: North Carolina RN license or Compact license must be in hand.
• Prior travel experience is not required.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certified.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA certified.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit specifics (e.g., ACLS, NRP, CHEMO) — refer to unit requirements.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in PCICU preferred; NICU and Pediatric Stepdown with PICU floating experience considered.
• Ability to float to different units as needed.
• Must be able to work every other weekend.

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Flu vaccine required annually (no exemptions).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine every 10 years.
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunizations or positive titers required (no exemptions).
• Hepatitis B vaccination or titer or declination required.
• Varicella vaccination or positive titer required.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start.
• Other health screenings and immunizations as per facility policy.

Background & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 90 days of start, including multi-county and nationwide searches.
• Employment application and 7 years of work history required.
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, including at least one supervisor.
• Competency exams and unit-specific checklists required.
• Must set up a facility guest account prior to clearance.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all required online modules prior to orientation.
• Competency checklists must be completed within 3 weeks after start date.
• Orientation includes training on crisis prevention and other unit-specific competencies.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric cardiovascular ICU setting with a reputable healthcare system in North Carolina.