Pediatric Med Surg RN
Richmond, Virginia
Chippenham Hospital
$1,654-2,190/weekPrime Time Healthcare Nursing will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
RN - Peds
Location: Richmond, Virginia Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36
Unit Details
- Unit: Pediatric (Main building)
- Beds: 15
- Patient Ratios: 1:4, 1:5
- Unit Staffing: Unit secretary and nurse externs per diem
- Equipment: Baxter pumps, Medfusion pumps, Medtronic Vital Sync Remote Surveillance System
- Documentation System: Meditech
Schedule
- Every other weekend required
- A shift: Saturday/Sunday
- P shift: Friday/Saturday
Float Scope
- Travelers float to PICU to take step-down patients.
- Travelers may be assigned to Labor and Delivery Recovery Post-Partum for care of healthy newborns.
- Adult care support as techs may also be needed.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Pediatric Med Surg (2 years of experience)
- Pediatric Med Surg experience within the last year
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced skills needed: Chest Tube Maintenance
- Clinical Skills: Nasogastric/gastric tube feeding
- Clinical Skills: Use of oxygen therapy devices (nasal cannula, high flow set up)
Dress Code
- Navy blue scrubs (pediatric scrub top allowed)
Unit Highlights
- Staff tenure of 18-28 years of service
- Burn designation
- Pediatric clinical pharmacist on the unit
- Ultrasound for PIV placement
- Portable pulse oximeters
- New patient whiteboards expected September 2024
- Preference-based scheduling
- Locked unit
- Pediatric security ID bands
- Pediatric playroom
- Dedicated pediatric respiratory therapist
Facility
Chippenham Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Chippenham Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 793 beds
Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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