Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: CVPICU Registered Nurse

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (PCICU)
• 29-bed, Beacon Award-Winning unit
• Referral center for major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina
• Average daily census: 26 patients
• Patient population: Congenital heart disease of any age
• Common procedures: Cardiac surgery, Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD), Heart Transplant, cardiac catheterization
• Advanced therapies: ECMO, CRRT, complex supportive therapies
• Pediatric palliative care available as needed
• Staffing includes RNs, Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, Pediatric Pharmacists
• All beds are monitored beds

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 depending on patient acuity
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule, holiday rotation
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling: Possible at manager’s discretion
• Locals accepted

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CVPICU)
• Required Experience: Minimum 2 years Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience (includes CV and pediatric experience)
• Preferred Experience: VAD experience highly preferred
• First-time travelers accepted
• Licensure: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license required

Certifications Required

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Preferred but not required for pediatric units (AHA only)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching Facility
• Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Charting System: EPIC

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I-9 form and attestation confirming work eligibility in the US
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Copy of Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background Check including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County and Statewide checks (including outside SC)
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • National Criminal
  • FACIS 3
  • International searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification (diploma/transcripts preferred as placeholder if needed)
• State-specific search for Medicaid Excluded Providers
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Primary Source Verification of SC RN license or compact license
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment Application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Work History Verification: Last 3 clinical employers verified

Health & Safety Requirements

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

  • 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 (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed
• Flu Vaccination: Required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• Annual TB Questionnaire

Competency & Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam required
• Competency Exam required
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start

Facility Specifics

• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Facility-specific first day instructions and OurDay modules provided after clearance
• Badge Photo: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses
• Parking: Permit required with $20 registration fee for garage use (additional fees may apply for other parking)

Additional Notes

• This unit does not accept travel pairs
• Guaranteed hours: Traveler may be cancelled one shift every 2 weeks
• Local radius: 60 miles

This position offers an opportunity to work in a nationally recognized pediatric cardiac ICU with advanced therapies and a supportive multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have strong pediatric cardiac ICU experience and appropriate certifications.