Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse
Hartford, Connecticut
Connecticut Children's Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work closely with radiology to perform diagnostic testing, specifically MRI.
• Provide nursing staff support to the ambulatory unit (Monday through Friday).
• This unit does not admit patients; inpatient providers are available in other areas.
• Sedation PACU environment.
• Local candidates within a 75-mile radius are accepted at the same rate as travel.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Current, permanent Connecticut RN license required.
• Temporary license may be accepted with prior approval but permanent license must be obtained within 30 days of start.

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only (RQI and HeartCode Complete accepted).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only (RQI and HeartCode Complete accepted).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only (RQI and HeartCode Complete accepted).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA only (RQI and HeartCode Complete accepted).
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - Required for ER candidates (may be relevant).
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - Required for psych positions (not specified here).

Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Pediatric PACU).
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; default to 2 months minimum contract length as experience is not specified. (No explicit years of experience mentioned, so assume entry-level or standard RN experience.)
• No mention of prior travel experience required.

Required Documentation & Compliance

Background Checks

• 7-year background check including aliases, SS trace, counties, nationwide, statewide, national sex offender, OFAC.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start.
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start.
• Education verification required (diploma may be used as placeholder).
• Sex offender search per client request.
• OFAC sanctions list search if not included in background check.

Health & Immunization

• Physical exam within 12 months of start, signed by NP, PA, or MD, documenting ability to work full day without restrictions.
• Respiratory fit mask test annually (specific acceptable masks listed).
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years of start (TD and declinations not accepted).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually. For positive TB history, documentation and questionnaire required annually.
• Immunization or positive titer for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B.
• Drug testing (10 panel) within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually.

Competencies & Training

• Competency exam with 80% or higher within a year of start.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for Tele, Stepdown, ICU, and ER (may be relevant).
• Core training parts I, II, and III required and updated annually.
• OSHA mandatory training updated annually.
• HIPAA competency or acknowledgement updated annually.

Facility Specific

• Photo for badge required.
• Confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, conflict of interest, contractor checklist, and pediatric medication calculation exam must be signed or completed prior to start.

Employment History & References

• Two references within the past 2 years who directly supervised the candidate.
• Employment application covering 7 years with explanations for gaps.
• Verification of last 7 years of work history required.
• Skills checklist within 1 year of start, updated annually.

Summary

This Pediatric PACU RN travel contract in Hartford, CT is a Monday-Friday ambulatory role focused on sedation and diagnostic testing support. Candidates must hold a permanent Connecticut RN license and maintain current certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, immunizations, and facility-specific documentation are required. No explicit prior travel experience is required. The contract length is approximately 13 weeks.