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CV Neuro ICU RN
Alexandria, Virginia
Inova Alexandria Hospital

$1,759-2,385/week
Posted 3 hours ago
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RN – CV Neuro ICU

Job Overview

  • Location: Seminary Road Alexandria, Virginia
  • Employment type: Temp
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 7P and 7A
  • Hours: 36 per week
  • Hours per shift: 12
  • Schedule: Every other weekend
  • Floating: First to float to MSICU, PCCU, and boarders

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Virginia
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Neuro ICU (2 years of experience)
  • Neuro ICU experience within the last year
  • BLS
  • ACLS

Unit Details

  • 16-bed unit
  • Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2
  • RNs must read their own strips
  • No tele/monitor techs on the unit

Patient Population

  • Stroke and hemorrhagic stroke patients
  • Brain injury and neurocritical care patients
  • Respiratory, cardiac, renal, endocrine, gastrointestinal, hepatic, and sepsis-related critical care patients

Clinical Skills / Equipment

  • Titrates drips
  • Uses mechanical ventilator, high-flow nasal cannula, and BiPAP/CPAP

Schedule Expectations

  • 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year
  • Scrubs: Navy blue

Software

  • Epic access needed

About Alexandria, VA

As a Travel Neuro ICU Nurse in Alexandria, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Alexandria, VA is higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Alexandria, VA, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity and the presence of various real estate agencies and online platforms.
Transportation
  • Alexandria, VA is relatively car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and the Metrorail, which provides easy access to Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas.
Demographics
  • Alexandria, VA is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
  • There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the city's proximity to major healthcare facilities and the demand for healthcare professionals.
Things to Do
  • Alexandria, VA offers a vibrant dining scene with numerous restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • The city also has a thriving arts and music community, with various art shows, live music performances, and theater events.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the Potomac River and its activities, while sports fans can catch a Washington Nationals game at Nationals Park.
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