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Registered Nurse (ICU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Oxford, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

Position: ICU Registered Nurse
Unit: 27-bed combined medical and surgical unit (general surgery, orthopedics, CHF, diabetes, sepsis, general illness)
Patient-to-nurse ratio: Typically 5 patients per nurse
Support staff: Usually 3 aides and a unit secretary
Scheduling: Self-scheduling model, every other weekend, 4-week schedule cycle
Orientation: Typically 3 shifts (1 general hospital orientation + 2 unit-specific shifts)
EMR System: MEDITECH (experience preferred but not required)
Float Policy: Occasional floating to ICU or overflow units as needed

Requirements

Licensure: Current RN license in North Carolina
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Certifications:
- BLS (AHA preferred) - Required prior to start and must be current
- ACLS (AHA preferred) - Required prior to start and must be current
Skills: IV start required
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience preferred
- Prior travel experience preferred (not strictly required)

Patient Population

General surgery
Orthopedics
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
Diabetes
Sepsis
General medical illnesses

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background check: 7-year criminal history, education verification, and other standard screenings
Health documents:
- Physical exam (initial and annual)
- Immunizations and titers (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap, TB test) or acceptable declinations
- Drug screening (9-panel, within last 12 months)
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
Competency exams and orientation safety acknowledgments required

Additional Notes

Some weekend and holiday shifts required
Facility offers online training modules through a learning management system
Must carry government-issued photo ID during hours of service
Facility-specific exemption forms required for flu vaccine religious or medical exemptions

This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs looking for a travel contract in North Carolina with a supportive team environment and a manageable patient load.

Facility

Granville Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
122 beds

ADDRESS1010 College StreetOxford, NC 27565

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About Oxford, NC

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Oxford, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oxford, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows are around 68°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 51°F, and average lows are around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Oxford, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Oxford, NC is car-friendly, with most residents relying on their cars for transportation.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population in Oxford, NC is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Oxford, NC offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, as well as opportunities to explore art and music.
Outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular, and there are also opportunities to engage in local sports events.

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