NICU Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$45-49/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - NICU
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Schedule Notes:
- 3 weekends required during the 6-week scheduling period
- Every other holiday scheduled
- Maximum 40 hours approved for time off; no time off approved during the first two weeks of assignment
Job Description
Provide clinical care in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) setting. This role requires specialized certification related to infant feeding and neonatal resuscitation.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Minimum 1 year of recent NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care) experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
- Infant-Driven Feeding Advancing Oral Feeding Practice in the NICU certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this assignment.
- Time off requests are limited and cannot be approved during the first two weeks.
- Candidates must be prepared to work some weekends and holidays as scheduled.
- Documentation and compliance with all background checks, certifications, and health requirements are mandatory prior to start.
This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized NICU environment with a focus on neonatal care and infant feeding practices. Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced, highly skilled clinical setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About Charlottesville, VA
As a travel 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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