Registered Nurse – Pediatric Critical Care Travel Position

Location: Charleston, SC
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12s Days
Pay: $2,008.80/week (plus $2,450 completion bonus per contract, up to $7,350 after three contracts)

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) to join a leading healthcare facility in Charleston, SC on a 13-week travel assignment. The RN will provide advanced care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The ideal candidate has strong pediatric critical care experience, demonstrates sound clinical judgment in high-pressure situations, and is dedicated to delivering family-centered, evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Monitor and manage ventilators, cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and other advanced life-support equipment.
• Administer medications, fluids, and specialized treatments as prescribed by the healthcare team.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, effective care.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients’ families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes.
• Adhere to infection control standards, safety protocols, and best practices in pediatric critical care.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in South Carolina (or compact eligibility).
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent pediatric critical care (PICU) experience in an acute care setting.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); ACLS and CCRN preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Compassionate, family-centered approach to patient care.
• COVID-19 vaccine and recent tuberculosis test.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and personalized career support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.