Pediatric Stepdown RN
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job – Durham, North Carolina

Position Details

• Job Title: Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse
• Location: Durham, North Carolina
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Targeted Start Dates: May 18, June 1, or June 15
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Orientation: Bi-weekly sessions

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown experience
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Must be completed within 90 days of start date
  • Includes SSN trace, county searches for past 7 years, alias, nationwide, sex offender, international (if applicable), education verification (as required)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 90 days
• Drug Testing:

  • Negative 10-panel drug screen including THC within 30 days of start
  • Instant tests not accepted
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 12 months of start (latex allergy acceptable)
  • Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or T-Spot) within 12 months or clear chest x-ray if history of positive TB
  • Required immunizations/vaccines with no exemptions allowed:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
    • Measles (2 vaccines or positive titer)
    • Mumps (2 vaccines or positive titer)
    • Rubella (1 vaccine or positive titer)
    • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
    • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
    • Seasonal flu vaccine (required annually during flu season; no exemptions)
  • Fit mask (N95 or equivalent) if applicable (not specifically required for RN but noted for radiology/cardiology specialties)
• References: Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, at least one must be a supervisor
• Employment Application: Required with 7 years of work history
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually

Additional Requirements

• Duke Guest Account: Must be set up prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems
• Competency Exam: Unit-specific competency exam required
• Pass/Fail Testing: EKG/medication testing administered at orientation (passing score 80%)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card: May be required depending on unit; training provided onsite if not held
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing: Required for RNs
• Facility-Specific Onboarding:

  • Completion of competency checklists within 3 weeks after start
  • Completion of online modules prior to orientation
  • First Day Instructions (FDI) provided before orientation week

Notes

• Candidates cannot start with pending background checks.
• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments may have some documentation requirements waived or accepted on file.
• Local candidates within 75 miles receive a different rate (not included here).
• Candidate must be prepared for weekend shifts every other weekend.

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