PCU (RN)
Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse

Location

• State: Virginia
• City: Richmond
• Facility: VCU Medical Center (part of VCU Health)

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Shifts: Rotating shifts; no straight days or nights available.
• Experience Required:

  • 2 years of experience as a registered nurse.
  • Must be an experienced traveler.
  • Telemetry and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience required.

Unit Details

• Bed Capacity: 34 beds (6 progressive care and 15 telemetry patients).
• Patient Population:

  • Neurology, Neurosurgery, and ENT patients.
  • Common diagnoses include stroke, seizures, dementia, and neuromuscular disorders.
  • Neurosurgery patients with head, neck, and back trauma, as well as elective surgeries.
  • ENT patients with radical neck surgery due to trauma or cancer.
  • Other services include trauma surgery, orthopedics, general surgery, and medicine.
  • Capable of taking stable ventilators in PCU.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• State License Verification (permanent RN license required)

Health Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial physical required, updated annually.
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap vaccine required (declination accepted).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray required.
  • Flu vaccine or exemption required.
• Drug Testing: 9-panel drug screen required.

Background Check

• Criminal background check required within 60 days of start.

References

• 2 references required.

Application Requirements

• Complete application/resume required.
• Proof of diploma accepted in lieu of education verification.

Additional Information

• Candidates must carry a government-issued photo ID during service hours.
• Proof of primary residence must match compact licensure.
• Certifications expiring within 1 month from the start of the contract will not be accepted.
• No onsite renewals for certifications; renewals must be scheduled by the agency.

This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on critical care and diverse patient needs. Ideal for healthcare professionals looking to expand their experience in a reputable facility.