Travel RN - Pediatric ICU

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PICU RN with a SC or compact license, BLS and PALS (AHA), and at least 2 years of PICU experience for a night shift contract.

Job Details

• Position is in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a hospital setting,

• 28-bed unit providing intensive and intermediate care for patients ages 0-18 with both medical and surgical diagnoses,

• Cares for patients with respiratory compromise, trauma, post-operative needs, neurology/neurosurgery, and requiring ventilatory or cardiac support,

• Utilizes advanced therapies including ECMO, CRRT, and both renal and peritoneal dialysis,

• Nurses work 3x12 hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) with a requirement of up to 5 weekend shifts per schedule,

• Nurse-to-patient ratios are variable: 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 depending on ICU or stepdown acuity,

• Uses EPIC for charting,

• Floating required within scope to meet unit needs,

• Holiday shifts required if contract covers holiday periods,

Job Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license,

• Minimum 2 years of recent PICU experience,

• Current BLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association,

• Experience with ECMO and CRRT preferred,

• Ability to obtain South Carolina RN license prior to start if necessary,

• SSN and driver's license required for consideration,

• No previous permanent or PRN employment with the specified health system within the past year,

Additional Information

• Provide high-acuity care to pediatric ICU and stepdown population, including patients post-trauma and major surgery,

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including patient care techs, unit secretaries, respiratory therapists, pediatric dietitians, and pharmacists,

• First-time travelers are welcome for this position,

• Pre-hire online training (modules) must be completed before starting,

• All time off (RTO) must be requested at submission; extended or holiday RTO may impact offer,

• During hurricane season (June-November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams,

• Scrub color requirements will be communicated prior to start,

• Local candidates within 60 miles may be considered,