PICU Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$52-56/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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
Registered Nurse - PICU
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights or rotating
Schedule: 3 weekends per six-week schedule
Time Off:
- Unable to approve time off during the first 2 weeks of contract
- Can approve up to 40 hours for time off after initial period
- Unable to approve July 4th off
Job Description
- Clinical review and auto offer process
- May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
- Pediatric cardiac experience is a plus
- Candidates can submit with Virginia license pending
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Minimum 1 year of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Pediatric Cardiology experience
Experience
- Specialty: Registered Nurse - PICU
- Required years of experience: Minimum 1 year of recent PICU experience
- Prior travel experience: Not required
Additional Information
- Candidates must carry government-issued photo ID during hours of service
- Fingerprinting may be required depending on unit assignment
- Pass/Fail cardiac rhythm assessment required during orientation for adult inpatient RN positions and Mother-Baby units; not required for PICU
- 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
This position offers a dynamic pediatric critical care environment with opportunities to float to related pediatric units. Candidates should be prepared for night or rotating shifts and a structured weekend schedule. Compliance with comprehensive health, background, and certification requirements is mandatory.
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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