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Travel ICU Registered Nurse
Jacksonville, Florida
FLJAC St Vincent's Riverside

$1,526-2,106/week
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Travel RN ICU Job Opportunity

Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Job Details

  • Specialty: RN ICU (Cardiovascular ICU experience preferred)
  • Schedule: 36 or 48-hour shifts available
  • Every other weekend required
  • Easter holiday coverage required

Required Qualifications

  • Current RN license in Florida (Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start)
  • BLS (American Heart Association)
  • ACLS (American Heart Association)
  • Completion of required Ascension-specific competencies and certifications, including:
    • Ascension Color Vision test
    • Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.)
    • NIH Certification
    • Ascension EKG Exam
    • Ascension Cerner Test-Out
  • Health and immunization requirements:
    • MMR (two vaccines or positive titer, no declinations accepted)
    • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
    • Influenza vaccine (seasonal, exemptions accepted with mask requirement)
    • Varicella immunity or vaccination (no declinations accepted)
    • Tdap vaccine (valid within 10 years, no declinations accepted)
    • TB screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire
    • Fit Test (annual)
    • 2 Step PPD or IGRA within 90 days of start
  • Drug Screening: 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
  • Background and verification:
    • Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, National Sex Offender Registry (within 30 days prior to start)
    • Employment verification for past 7 years
    • Education verification within 90 days prior to start
    • Professional references (at least two)
  • Other onboarding requirements:
    • Health statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
    • Driver’s license or state ID (must be current and valid)
    • Ascension-specific onboarding education and attestations
    • Ascension skills checklist (clinical specialty-specific, updated annually)
    • Ascension 12 Panel Drug Screen
    • Ascension Profile (resume)

Experience Requirements

  • Specialty: RN ICU
  • Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 3 years ICU experience preferred based on specialty and CVICU preference
  • Prior travel experience: Not required

Additional Notes

  • Must be able to work every other weekend and cover Easter holiday
  • Shift flexibility between 36 and 48 hours available

This position requires compliance with extensive credentialing, immunization, and onboarding processes specific to the healthcare system.

About Jacksonville, FL

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Jacksonville, FL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Jacksonville is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • In the summer, average highs are around 90°F and lows are around 70°F.
  • In the winter, average highs are around 65°F and lows are around 45°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Jacksonville, with many options available for furnished housing, especially in popular areas near the beaches and downtown.
Transportation
  • Jacksonville is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are available, including buses and the Skyway, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the expansive city and its surrounding areas.
Demographics
  • Jacksonville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and potential exposure to hurricanes.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in Jacksonville due to its numerous healthcare facilities and hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Jacksonville offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially seafood options.
  • The city also has a thriving arts community, with numerous galleries and the Riverside Arts Market.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, tennis, and water sports along the coastline, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's parks and nature reserves.
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