Critical Care Float RN
Newport News, VA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Surgical ICU Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU Nurse, , Intensive Care Unit Nurse, Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse, Trauma ICU Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse or Coronary Care Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Critical Care Float Nurse
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
- Float pool position covering Critical Care Units including Surgical ICU (SICU), Medical ICU (MICU), Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), and Oncology ICU (OICU).
- Units include three 18-bed ICUs and one 6-bed Oncology ICU.
- Patient populations: traumatic injuries, surgical complications, neuro patients, open-heart surgery, critically ill medical comorbidities, cardiac procedure monitoring, oncology patients requiring chemo inductions, DKA, and alcohol withdrawal.
- Schedule: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM).
- Weekend work required every other weekend (including Saturday and Sunday).
- Flexibility in scheduling preferred; holiday shifts may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia.
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, including ICU experience within the last year.
- ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Float experience in critical care settings.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Newport News, VA
As a travel nurse in Newport News, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newport News, VA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 86°F, and the average low in winter is around 31°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Newport News, VA, with options available for furnished housing.
- Newport News is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system.
- Newport News has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the region's pollen levels.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- The city offers a variety of activities including restaurants, outdoor sports, and cultural experiences.
- Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like boating, cycling, and fishing.
- City Center at Oyster Point provides shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
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