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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical)

Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Shift: 3x12 or 4x12 hour night shifts (19:00 - 07:00)
Work radius: 60 miles
Specialty: Medical Surgical (MS)
Required Experience: Minimum 2 years Medical Surgical experience (teaching hospital experience preferred)
Prior Travel Experience: Not accepting first-time travelers (prior travel experience required)
Orientation: Biweekly orientation on Mondays
Licensure: Candidates with pending certifications will be considered
Dress Code: Any color scrubs, professional appearance, child-friendly print tops allowed, scrub/lab coat allowed
Facility is a nicotine-free campus

Required Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Preferred

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Candidate profile including work history
Specialty-specific skills checklist
Minimum 2 manager/charge references within the past 2 years
RN license verification (NURSYS verification within 2 days of submission)
Copies of all required certifications

Additional Requirements

Background checks including SS trace, county searches (last 7 years), nationwide, sex offender, FACIS Level 3 (updated annually)
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start
Education verification (MSW or BSW diploma for social workers, if applicable)
Physical exam within 6 months of start
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
Annual TB questionnaire if applicable
Immunizations: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella (vaccines or positive titers required; exemptions apply for candidates born before 1957)
Negative 9-panel drug screen within 90 days prior to start (instant drug screen permitted; marijuana not required)
Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (medical and religious exemptions accepted with mask requirement)

Competencies & Testing

Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Color blind testing (Ishihara)
Competency exam as applicable to specialty/profession

Notes

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training available onsite monthly; travelers must sign up for first available class after assignment starts
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM), Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit assignment

This position is ideal for experienced Medical Surgical RNs with prior travel contract experience seeking a night shift travel assignment in Virginia.

Facility

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
640 beds

ADDRESS1901 Tate Springs RoadLynchburg, VA 24501

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About Lynchburg, VA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Lynchburg, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lynchburg's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F, offering a mix of seasons for those who enjoy variety.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Lynchburg and can be found with relative ease, providing options for travel nurses in need of temporary housing.

Transportation

Lynchburg is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Lynchburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen from the surrounding forests.
There is a growing population of travel nurses drawn to the area's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Lynchburg offers a variety of activities including Southern cuisine restaurants like The Water Dog, The Bootlegger, and the Blue Ridge Grill.
The city also has art and history attractions such as the National D-Day Memorial and Point of Honor.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Riverfront Park and Percival’s Island Natural Area for year-round outdoor activities.

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