Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Indianapolis, Indiana
ININD Ascension St. Vincent Hospital

Job Opportunity: Pediatric CVICU Registered Nurse (RN PICU)

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a new and specialized Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) caring for cardiac patients pre- and post-operation.
• Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate surgical cases.
• Expected availability: 36 hours per week, every other weekend, holidays, and willingness to be on call.
• May be floated to PICU, Pediatrics, and NICU units as needed.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Current RN license valid in Indiana (Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start).

Certifications

• BLS (American Heart Association)
• PALS (American Heart Association)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/American Academy of Pediatrics
• NRP Advanced (AHA/American Academy of Pediatrics)
• NIH Certification (updated yearly or every 2 years depending on group)

Exams and Testing

• Pharmacology Exam (minimum 80% score, updated every 3 years)
• Specialty Exam in area of specialization (minimum 80% score, updated every 3 years)
• EKG Exam (minimum 80% score, updated every 3 years)
• Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc., minimum 80% score, updated every 3 years)
• Safe Sleep Training
• Skills Checklist (completed within one year of start, updated annually)
• 12 Panel Drug Screen (within 30 days prior to start, updated annually)

Health and Immunizations

• MMR: Documented proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted
• Hepatitis B: Documentation of vaccination series completion or signed declination
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season; exemptions accepted with mask requirement
• Varicella: Proof of immunity or two doses of vaccine; no declinations accepted
• Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
• TB Screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within one year, and annual TB questionnaire
• Fit Test: Required annually (preferred prior to start)
• Health Statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually

Professional Requirements

• Resume/Profile submission
• At least two professional references prior to first assignment
• Criminal Background Check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry (within 30 days prior to start, updated annually)
• EPLS (Exclusionary Provider List System) check within 90 days prior to start, rerun if break in service > 90 days
• Education Verification within 90 days prior to start
• Employment Verification for past seven years, updated annually
• Confirmation of Assignment documentation
• Driver’s License/State ID (must be current and valid)
• Badge Photo (white or blue background, no alterations)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: RN PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with CVICU/PICU nursing roles (typically 1-2 years critical care experience recommended).
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required.

Additional Information

• Must be flexible to float between CVICU, PICU, Pediatrics, and NICU units.
• Willingness to work holidays, every other weekend, and be on call.

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric critical care nurses seeking a travel assignment in a specialized CVICU setting with opportunities to work across multiple pediatric intensive care units.