Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse
Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston Area Medical Center Women and Children's Hospital

Registered Nurse - PACU (West Virginia, Charleston)

Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) with pediatric experience. This is a travel contract position with rotating weekday shifts and weekend on-call shifts.

Schedule

• Weekday shifts rotate between approximately 7:30 AM to 5 PM (various start/end times)
• Weekend on-call shift: 7 AM Saturday to 7 PM Sunday (36 hours), rotating every 2 weekends per month
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• No floating required
• Blocked schedule approval depends on staffing

Patient Ratios & Census

• Pediatric patients: 1:1 ratio
• Adult patients: 2:1 ratio
• Average daily census: 26 patients (7 rooms and 7 beds)

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in West Virginia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience
• Minimum 1 year of PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) RN experience, with PACU experience within the last year
• Pediatric PACU experience required
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Licensure

• Must have a valid West Virginia RN license or Compact RN license in hand to start
• Can submit application with pending license but must have license before starting

Special Requirements

• Must have pediatric experience
• Weekend on-call shifts required (rotating every 2 weekends/month)
• Must comply with a 100-mile radius rule for travel (75-99 miles require facility approval)

Orientation

• Orientation occurs every other week on Thursday
• Orientation is two days (Thursday and Friday) and includes Cerner Infusion Management training

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 - March 31) unless medically exempt with documentation
• COVID-19 vaccination not required
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, stating candidate is in good health and able to perform job duties
• Drug screen within 30 days of start, including standard panel (amphetamines, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• Annual fit mask testing required (N95) or accommodation with PAPR if needed
• Tdap vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted with approval)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Background check within 30 days of start (7-year criminal history, sex offender search, etc.)
• Pass/fail testing for EKG, medication calculation, and blood administration required for nursing candidates

Documentation Required for Submission

• Valid Driver’s License
• Social Security Card
• Current RN license verification (primary source verification within 30 days)
• Specialty-specific skills checklist
• Minimum 2 manager/charge nurse references within past 2 years (1 reference required for this job)
• Certification verifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
• Completed background checks and health documents as listed above

Additional Notes

• Permanent employees cannot return as travelers for 2 years after last permanent day worked at this facility
• No floating required
• Scrub color: Bright Blue
• Charting systems used: Cerner, Accudose, SBAR
• Free parking for travelers

Summary

This is a pediatric-focused PACU RN travel contract position requiring at least 2 years RN experience, including 1 year in pediatric PACU. Weekend on-call shifts are mandatory. Candidates must have current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications and a valid WV or Compact RN license before starting. Flu vaccination is required during flu season unless exempted. Orientation is biweekly and includes specific training. This role offers a consistent 40-hour workweek with no floating and free parking.