Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Danville, VA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Travel RN Opportunity – Danville, Virginia

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical Surgical RN
• Location: Danville, VA
• Employment Type: Travel
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights (7 PM – 7 AM)
• Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
• Call Requirements: As needed
• Unit: 4A (Progressive Care Unit)
• Number of Openings: 1

Facility & Unit Information

• 28 beds on the unit
• Patient Ratios:

  • PCU: 1:4
  • Telemetry: 1:6
  • Blended sets: 1:5 (experience required)
• Patient Population: All ages
• EHR System: Meditech
• Float Requirements: May require travel within a 25-mile radius of the facility

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Registered Nurse license valid in Virginia
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • HWC (Health and Wellness Certification)
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Experience: 2+ years preferred in Medical Surgical nursing (minimum 1-2 years required)
• Additional Requirements:

  • Must consent to random drug screening and complete a criminal questionnaire/consent form
  • Orientation occurs bi-weekly on Tuesdays
  • Candidates must live 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff

Work Environment & Culture

• Small town with city amenities, located in “The River District” by the Dan River
• Facility is a 250-bed academic community hospital with advanced certifications including Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center
• Dress code: Scrubs of any color; no casual wear allowed

Notes for Candidates

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Must have required certifications prior to start date
• Experience with patient ratios and blended patient care is important for success in this role