Cardiac Surgery ICU RN
Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Unit: Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU/CVICU)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU/CVICU) at a Level 1 facility
• Must have prior CSICU/CVICU experience
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system is mandatory (no exceptions)
• Rotating shifts: several weeks on one schedule, then switch

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse with CSICU/CVICU experience
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but must have CSICU/CVICU experience (implies prior specialty experience)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• Other certifications may be required per unit job description (no onsite renewals; must be current at start)

Licensure

• Permanent Virginia RN license required (temporary licenses not accepted)
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • All states lived/worked in past 7 years
  • State of permanent residence
  • VA Statewide Repository Search
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Education verification or proof of diploma
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Fingerprinting: Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check required for certain units; results can pend but proof of submission must be on file
• Virginia Central Registry (CPS) search and documentation required for certain units; candidates must complete submission within 48 hours of contract signing

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Tdap vaccine or declination required
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Titers and/or boosters for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum; instant drug screens not accepted)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season

Competency and Orientation

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam required as applicable
• Color blindness testing required
• Abuse reporting competency required (covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect/exploitation)
• Orientation includes:

  • Pharmacology exam
  • Point of Care Testing
  • Airborne Precaution Mask Fitting
  • Basic Knowledge Assessment Tool (BKAT) for ICU and related units
  • Completion of assigned learning modules (~6 hours) during orientation week

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service
• Proof of primary residence must match compact licensure documentation
• Two professional references required
• Complete application/resume required
• Skills checklist must be updated annually

Work Environment

• Rotating shifts with several weeks on one schedule before switching
• Level 1 trauma center environment

This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses with specialized CSICU/CVICU skills looking for a travel contract in Richmond, VA, with a reputable healthcare system.