Emergency Department RN
Danville, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Location: Danville, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN with 5+ years of ED experience. Candidates with combined ICU and ED experience will also be considered. The position is based in a 31-bed Emergency Room with 2 triage rooms, serving patients of all ages, including behavioral health and acute patients.

Work Schedule

• 36 hours per week guaranteed
• Rotating weekends/as needed
• No call requirements
• Float as needed

Unit & Patient Information

• Patient ratio typically 1:4, with exceptions during high volume or special circumstances
• Electronic Health Records primarily MedHost for ED; Meditech used for admit holds and behavioral health patients

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (Handle with Care) available on-site

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
• Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience
• Emergency Department experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Candidate Profile

• Professional, positive, compassionate, and a team player
• Flexible scrub color choice

Additional Notes

• Orientation occurs bi-weekly on Tuesdays
• Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
• Complete and clear screenings required prior to start
• Facility is a 250-bed academic community hospital with comprehensive surgical and emergency services, including certified Chest Pain and Stroke Centers

Location Highlights

• Small town with city amenities, known as “The River District”
• Scenic area with parks, trails, historical architecture, boutiques, art galleries, and museums
• Approximately 45 miles north of Greensboro, North Carolina