Progressive Care Unit RN (Acute Surgery)
Richmond, VA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Facility Type: Level 1 Acute Care Facility
Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Acute Surgery Unit

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Unit Description:

  • Blended unit with Medical-Surgical (MS) nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
  • PCU nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• Electronic Medical Record System: Epic required

Required Credentials & Certifications

• Licensure:

  • Permanent Virginia RN license required (no temporary licenses accepted)
  • Nursys verification required for all RNs
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • Other certifications may be required based on unit job description (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC)
  • Certifications expiring within 1 month of contract start are not accepted
  • No onsite renewals; must be scheduled prior to start
• Competencies:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (as applicable)
  • Color Blind Testing (required)
  • Abuse Reporting Competency (covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect/exploitation)
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to meet job demands
  • Tdap vaccine required (declination accepted with handwritten signature)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per protocol (Q-gold/T-spot or two PPDs)
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Titers for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella with booster if low titer
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Drug screening within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum, instant screens not accepted)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season
• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 60 days of start covering all states lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Statewide and nationwide repositories, sex offender registry, FACIS Level 3
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
  • Education verification (degree from NLN or CCNE accredited program)
  • Fingerprinting per Virginia State Police requirements (specific units and pediatric areas)
• Other Documentation:

  • I9 verification
  • Government-issued photo ID carried during work hours
  • Residency declaration matching compact licensure
  • References: 2 required
  • Complete application/resume required
  • Skills checklist updated annually

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Orientation includes:

  • Pharmacology exam, Point of Care Testing, Airborne Precaution Mask Fitting (not pass/fail)
  • Basic Knowledge Assessment Tool (BKAT) for Tele/Step-Down, Progressive Care, ICU units
• Completion of assigned learning modules (~6 hours) during orientation week required
• Candidates must bring:

  • Mask (cloth acceptable)
  • Non-wireless headphones
  • Laptop or cell phone (notify if not available)

Important Notes

• Locals allowed at the same rate as travelers
• No onsite certification renewals; all must be current before start
• Fingerprinting and CPS (Central Registry) documentation are time-sensitive and must be completed promptly
• Flu vaccine declinations are not accepted without agency exemption forms
• Performance evaluations will be completed at the end of the assignment, not prior to start

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity acute surgery PCU unit within a Level 1 facility, requiring strong clinical skills, current certifications, and compliance with comprehensive background and health screening protocols.