Travel Contract

Medical Surgical RN
Roanoke, Virginia
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

$1,710-1,865/week
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Medical Surgical RN

Overview

  • Travel/contract RN position in Roanoke, Virginia
  • Night shift: 3x12s, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM
  • 13-week assignment
  • Adult medical-surgical unit with behavioral health and substance use disorder patients
  • 12-bed inpatient unit
  • Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Virginia
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • One completed travel assignment
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • Med Surg (1 year of experience)
  • Med Surg experience within the last year
  • Proficiency with Rapid Response/Code teams
  • Peripheral line care and management
  • Non-invasive airway management
  • Experience with Epic

Scheduling and Assignment Details

  • Weekend requirement may be every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block
  • Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
  • Requests for time off, block scheduling, and special scheduling must be included with submission
  • May be required to float within skillset
  • May be required to work as charge and precept
  • Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Charting

  • EPIC experience required

Compliance and Onboarding

  • Driver’s license or state ID required within 48 hours of signing
  • E-Verify or attestation required
  • 2 clinical references required
  • Complete application/resume required
  • Skills checklist required
  • Background check required
  • Physical exam required within 1 year of start
  • Fit testing required within 1 year of start and updated annually
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray required within 1 year of start
  • TB questionnaire required
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen required within 30 days of start
  • Measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella immunity or vaccination documentation required
  • Flu vaccination or declination/masking requirement applies during flu season
  • Photo required for badge
  • Access and confidentiality agreement required within 48 hours of signing
  • New hire paperwork required before start
  • Orientation manual review required before start, except inpatient RNs at all locations are exempt from that requirement
  • Education verification of highest earned degree required
  • NURSYS verification required for RNs
  • Primary source license verification required
  • HIPAA acknowledgement required
  • Competency exam and medication/pharmacology competency exam required as applicable
  • Core training may be required for subcontractors

Facility

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

3.9rating(104 reviews)

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 691 beds
ADDRESS1906 Belleview AvenueRoanoke, VA 24014
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About Roanoke, VA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Roanoke is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F.
  • Roanoke experiences all four seasons, with mild to moderate temperatures throughout the year.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Roanoke is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options are available, including buses and trolleys, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
Demographics
  • Roanoke has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Roanoke offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, along with art galleries, museums, and live music venues.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to national forests for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.
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