CVICU Registered Nurse
Orange, California
Children's Hospital of Orange County

Job Opportunity: CVICU Registered Nurse

Location: Orange, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of strong PICU or NICU experience
• Floating: Required; must float to PICU or NICU first, may also float to Pediatric Medical/Surgical Oncology floor
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per month, including some holidays (shared with regular staff)
• On-call: Not required
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling
• Documentation System: Cerner

Unit & Patient Population

• Highly variable patient population, mostly surgical patients with a large majority being infants
• Patient acuity varies
• Procedures and equipment include:

  • ECMO (technicians operate pumps)
  • Nitric Oxide therapy
  • Pacemakers
  • Chest tubes
  • Invasive monitors
  • Bedside procedures such as chest tube placement and cardioversions
• No floating to Emergency Department or Mental Health units

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse license for California (paperless system; no physical copy required)

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Negative 9-panel drug test within 60 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Tdap vaccine required (TD or DTaP not acceptable)
• IGRA or 2-step PPD TB test within 60 days of start; for past positives, proof of positive, clear chest X-ray within 1 year, and facility-specific TB screening form required
• Annual TB questionnaire must be completed by all travelers
• Fit mask testing required prior to start (cannot be completed onsite); acceptable masks include 9205+, 3M 8210, 8110s, and 1804
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (September 9 - March 31)
• Eye exam (in-person visual acuity exam) required prior to start (not required for non-clinical travelers)
• Ishihara color blind exam required if applicable (in-person only)
• COVID vaccines preferred but not required

Background & Documentation

• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • 7-year search with SSN trace
  • National database criminal search
  • National sex offender check
  • Education verification of highest degree (transcript or diploma acceptable as placeholder)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 60 days of start
• Verification of 2 previous employers covering at least 7 years of relevant experience (cannot be pending)
• 2 supervisor references required (charge RN or floor supervisor acceptable; may be pending at start)
• Employment application and unit-specific skills checklist must be completed and signed
• Orientation modules must be completed prior to starting on the floor (approximately 6-8 hours, deadlines apply)
• Facility-specific documents including job description, non-disclosure agreement, standards of conduct, dress code acknowledgment, and safety reporting must be reviewed and signed

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Photo ID (driver’s license or passport) with front and back copies must be presented upon arrival
• Orientation includes virtual and in-person components; candidates should be local or in the area by start date
• Badge pickup occurs on the unit during the first shift; security screening including temperature checks may be required
• Medication and pediatric competency exams required; must score 80% or higher on NICU pharmacology section if applicable
• No artificial fingernails allowed; natural nails must be maintained at ¼ inch or less and polish must be chip-free
• Floating to Emergency Department or Mental Health units is not permitted
• No on-call responsibilities

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, with CVICU experience within the last year
• Experience in PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) and NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)