PICU Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, VA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,088/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse - PICU (Travel/Contract)
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Hours per Week: 36
Job Description
- Clinical review and auto offer process
- Work nights or rotating shifts
- Work every other holiday
- Work 3 weekends per six-week schedule
- May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
- Pediatric cardiac experience is a plus
- Can submit application with Virginia license pending
- Time off: Up to 40 hours approved; no time off approved during first 2 weeks of contract
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia (can submit application with license pending)
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience
- Specialty: Registered Nurse in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Required years of experience: Minimum 1 year of recent PICU experience
- Prior travel experience: Not required
Health Requirements
- Negative TB test (2-step PPD within 1 year of start, 2nd step within 90 days) or Qgold test within 12 months (Tspot not accepted)
- Tdap vaccination (must be received after age 11; no exemptions allowed)
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; no declinations accepted for measles
- Hepatitis B: Positive Hep B Surface Antibody titer required; if low/negative, Hep B Antigen titer required within 6 months of start
- Varicella: 2 vaccines or titer required; declination accepted but will not hold clearance
- Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (no exemptions)
- Drug screening: 10-panel including marijuana and fentanyl, within 2 months of start and updated annually
Background and Compliance
- 7-year criminal background check within 60 days of start, including all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated every 30 days
- Education verification required; BSN preferred, ASN minimum if no BSN
- Official transcript required (photocopy of diploma not accepted)
- Fingerprinting required for Behavioral Health and certain units; may be required on a case-by-case basis for others
- Child Abuse and Neglect Registry check required only for Behavioral Health and specific units
- Proof of 2 clinical references required
- Employment application and skills checklist must be completed and updated annually
Additional Information
- May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
- Time off approval limited during initial contract period
- Professional appearance guidelines must be reviewed and acknowledged
- Fit testing required for patient-facing clinical roles, completed onsite if needed
- Latex allergy questionnaire required if applicable
- Orientation includes competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this PICU Registered Nurse travel contract position in Virginia.
Employer
Olaro
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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied health
professionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped clinicians
expand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, career
goals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offer
competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiences
that build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlined
onboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guide
by your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, or
achieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help you
thrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.
About Charlottesville, VA
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Charlottesville, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Charlottesville is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85-88°F, and winter lows range from 24-27°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Charlottesville, and they can be found with some ease, especially in the downtown area.
- Charlottesville is car-friendly, but public transportation options are somewhat limited.
- Charlottesville has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Charlottesville offers a variety of activities including trendy coffee shops, outdoor eateries, indie music concerts, hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park, and exploring the historical sites related to Thomas Jefferson's legacy.
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