Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
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 to all pediatric units including CVPICU, NICU, and PICU within the hospital
• 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 Critical Care Float experience, with at least 1 year within the last year
• Experience in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Cardiovascular Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (CVPICU), and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Schedule & Work Conditions

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

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in the 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 is pending
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment History: Complete application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps; last 3 clinical employers verified
• Competency Exams: Medication/pharmacology and competency exams required; pediatric OR candidates may use regular exams if no pediatric experience
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire, no posing or other people/objects

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job 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
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest X-ray if prior positive
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • 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

Additional Notes

• Radiation Badge: Not required for this position
• Orientation: Completion of facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions required before starting; modules take approximately 2 hours and must be completed on a computer (not mobile)
• Emergency Response: Staff may be assigned to emergency teams during hurricane season
• Return to Office (RTO) Requests: Must be submitted at time of application; approval based on unit needs

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric critical care environment with a supportive float pool model, requiring strong pediatric ICU experience and certifications.