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Job Opportunity: RN - Emergency Department

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

Position Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience in the Emergency Department (ED) to join a 31-bed Emergency Room with 2 triage rooms. The unit includes behavioral health and acute patients. The role involves providing care for all age groups in a busy academic community hospital setting.

Work Details

Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
Weekend Hours: Rotating weekends / as needed
Call Requirements: None
Patient Ratios: Typically 1:4 to 1:6, with exceptions during high volume or special circumstances
Float Requirements: As needed
Electronic Health Records (EHR): Primarily MedHost (ED), Meditech for admit holds and behavioral health patients

Required Certifications

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
Handle with Care / Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI)
NIH Stroke Scale Certification
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department nursing experience (highest requirement if discrepancies exist)
Prior travel experience not explicitly required

Additional Information

Facility is a 250-bed academic community hospital with comprehensive surgical services, 24-hour ED, cardiac rehab, oncology, and more
Orientation occurs bi-weekly on Tuesdays
Random drug screening and criminal background consent required prior to start
Patient population includes all ages
Professional, positive, compassionate, and team-oriented personality fit preferred
Scrub color is traveler’s choice

Summary

This travel RN position in the Emergency Department is ideal for experienced ED nurses seeking a 13-week assignment in a well-established community hospital with a supportive team environment and diverse patient population.

Facility

Danville Regional Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
250 beds

ADDRESS142 South Main StreetDanville, VA 24541

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About Danville, VA

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Danville, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Danville's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows in winter are around 27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find in Danville.

Transportation

Danville is car-friendly, with easy access to parking.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Danville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include heart disease and diabetes.
There is a small but growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Danville offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for its southern cuisine.
There are opportunities to explore art and music, as well as engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.

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