Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Facility: Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
Hospital System: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (CVPICU - Cardiovascular Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)
• Shift: Rotating 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM & 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Patient Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 depending on patient acuity
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule, including holiday rotation
• On Call: Not required
• Floating: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Minimum 2 years Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience required
• Experience in Cardiovascular and Pediatric care required
• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) experience highly preferred
• First-time travelers accepted
• Must hold a South Carolina RN license or a Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications required:

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA only
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
• Certification preferred:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only

Unit & Facility Highlights

• Unit: Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (29 beds)
• Awards:

  • "Gold" Beacon Award-winning unit
  • Ranked #4 in US News report and #1 in the nation for outcomes
• Patient Population:

  • Patients with congenital heart disease of any age
  • Care includes cardiac surgery, VAD, heart transplant, cardiac catheterization, ECMO, CRRT, and complex supportive therapies
  • Pediatric palliative care available as needed
• Staffing: Includes RNs, Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pediatric Pharmacists
• Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Charting System: EPIC

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Local radius: 60 miles
• Locals accepted (with adjusted pay rate)
• Guaranteed hours: May be cancelled one shift every 2 weeks
• Block scheduling accommodations available at manager’s discretion
• Travel pairs not accepted

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 attestation and form)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Copy of Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Residency Declaration Form (if working on compact license)
• Background check including 7 years of history and multiple screenings
• Employment application with detailed work history and no unaccounted gaps
• Proof of 2 clinical references
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• NURSYS license verification (active, unencumbered)
• Drug screening (10-panel within 90 days)
• Annual TB test or chest X-ray (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days)
• Annual fit test for N95 mask (specific mask models required)
• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Vaccinations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if needed
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccine highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency exams including medication/pharmacology and color blindness testing
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge required before start
• Radiation badge may be required depending on unit assignment (not typical for this role)

Additional Notes

• MUSC only accepts American Heart Association (AHA) certifications for BLS, PALS, and ACLS
• Certifications expiring within 30 days of start are not accepted; renewal or scheduled course required prior to start
• Travelers must upload vaccination and certification documents into MUSC’s platform (OurDay) as instructed
• Failure to complete required modules or submit documentation on time may result in being sent home or placed on leave without pay
• The unit is a high-acuity, specialized pediatric cardiac ICU with advanced therapies and excellent outcomes

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric cardiac ICU nurses seeking a travel contract role in a nationally recognized, award-winning pediatric cardiac care unit.