Description

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN requiring 2 years of Peds ICU experience and BLS/PALS certification for a role floating across CVPICU, NICU, and PICU units.

Details

• Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool position within a children's hospital
• Floats within scope to all Pediatric units including CVPICU, NICU, and PICU
• Day shift schedule of 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 36 hours per week
• Patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:3
• Requires working every other weekend with holiday rotation
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval based on unit needs

Requirements

• Active SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• BLS and PALS certification required (AHA only accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric ICU experience required
• Experience with any EMR/charting system required
• Epic experience preferred
• Experience with ECMO and CRRT preferred
• Skilled in medication administration including anti-seizure meds, continuous sedation, and IV vasopressors
• Proficient in pediatric dosage calculations
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator care, acute airway maintenance, and ABG interpretation
• Experience managing chest tubes, central/implanted lines, and PICC lines
• Experience with ICP monitoring
• Skilled in interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Knowledge of infection control and isolation precautions/PPE
• Social Security number and driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients across multiple specialized units
• May be required to complete online training modules prior to starting the assignment, averaging 4 hours
• May be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June through November, with peak activity in August and September)
• First-time travelers considered if they meet the required Peds ICU experience
• Previous perm or PRN staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• All requested time off must be submitted at the time of application for consideration
• Local candidates accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Radius rule of 60 miles applies, with non-local candidates prioritized