Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Blacksburg, Virginia
LewisGale Hospital - Montgomery

$2,001-2,247/week
Posted 4 days ago  Verified
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Job Opportunity: Travel RN Position

Location

  • Facility: Lewisgale Hospital-Montgomery
  • City: Blacksburg, Virginia
  • Address: 3700 South Main Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060

Employment Details

  • Specialty: RN
  • Employment Type: Travel
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

  • Unit Type: ICU
  • Number of Beds: 10
  • Number of Staff: 21 (All RN staff)
  • Patient Ratios: 2:1
  • Equipment Used:
    • Baxter IV pumps
    • SCD pumps
    • Arctic sun
    • Balloon pump
    • Train of Four
    • BIS monitor
    • Vigileo EMR (Meditech)

Hiring Profile

Required Skills

  • ICU experience
  • ACLS/BLS certification

Preferred Skills

  • Charge experience

Typical Procedures Performed

  • Central line placement
  • Intubation
  • Bronchoscopy/Scope

Dress Code

  • Scrub Color: Professional scrubs, no set color

Unit Guidelines/Policies

  • Details will be discussed during the phone interview.

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$2,247/week
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About Blacksburg, VA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Blacksburg, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Blacksburg's cost of living is slightly 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 are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 24°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Blacksburg, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of a large university in the area.
Transportation
  • Blacksburg is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
  • Most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
Demographics
  • Blacksburg is a diverse community with a mix of age groups.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees and pollen.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of a major university and medical facilities.
Things to Do
  • Blacksburg offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities in the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains and New River Valley.
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