American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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
American Traveler Job ID #P-746111. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Pediatrics Float Pool
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.