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PICU Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia Medical Center

$1,954-2,220/week

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Registered Nurse – PICU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights or rotating (3 shifts of 12 hours each; 19:00–7:00 or 7:00–19:00)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Description

May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
Every other holiday off
3 weekends off per six-week schedule
Can approve 40 hours for time off, but no time off approved during first 2 weeks of contract
Pediatric cardiac experience is a plus

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
Minimum of 1 year of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association or Association for Respiratory Care
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Facility

University of Virginia Medical Center

4.5rating(171 reviews)

10 nurses recommend working with University of Virginia Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

Good schedule, great staff, kind assignments

Cons

Parking

Kara H

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

Contract Position Apr '26

Review of University of Virginia Medical Center on Jun 7, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
581 beds

ADDRESS1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908

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About Charlottesville, VA

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Charlottesville, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charlottesville is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85-88°F, and winter lows range from 24-27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Charlottesville, and they can be found with some ease, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Charlottesville is car-friendly, but public transportation options are somewhat limited.

Demographics

Charlottesville has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Charlottesville offers a variety of activities including trendy coffee shops, outdoor eateries, indie music concerts, hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park, and exploring the historical sites related to Thomas Jefferson's legacy.

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