PICU Registered Nurse
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PICU) - Charleston, South Carolina

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (PICU)
• Location: Charleston, South Carolina
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, rotating, primarily nights

  • Nights: 2 months (7p-7:30a)
  • Days: 1 month (7a-7:30p)
• Weekend Requirement:

  • Up to 5 weekend shifts per schedule for nights (including Fri/Sat/Sun)
  • 4 weekend shifts per schedule for days (including Sat/Sun)
• On-call: Not required
• Patient Ratios: 1:1, 1:2, 1:3 (mixed ICU and Stepdown patients)
• Floating: Floating within scope to meet facility needs is required

Unit Description

• 28-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit caring for children ages 0-18
• Patient population includes medical and surgical diagnoses such as respiratory compromise, trauma, post-op surgical patients, neurology/neurosurgery
• Provides advanced therapies including ECMO, CRRT, renal/peritoneal dialysis
• Pediatric palliative care available as needed
• Multidisciplinary team includes RNs, Patient Care Technicians, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pharmacists

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Years of PICU Experience Required: 2 years
• Accepts 1st time travelers: Yes
• Preferred Experience: ECMO, CRRT
• Licensure: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (American Heart Association only)
  • PALS (American Heart Association only)

Certifications & Competencies

• Additional Certifications (as applicable):

  • ACLS (not required for pediatric units)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - not required for ER RNs
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - not required for NICU
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology competency
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and updated annually
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations/Vaccinations:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine or Medical/Religious Exemption (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start

Background & Verification

• Annual background check including 7 years of residence/work history
• Required searches: SSN trace, state and national criminal, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and diploma/transcripts preferred
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers required
• NURSYS verification for licensure

Additional Information

• Local candidates: Accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Block scheduling: Possible with manager approval
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams from June through November (peak in August and September)

Facility & System Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching facility and Magnet hospital
• Uses EPIC for charting

This position is ideal for experienced PICU nurses looking for a travel contract in a high-acuity pediatric ICU setting with advanced therapies and a multidisciplinary team. Prior travel experience is not required.