Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

$1,782-2,978/week
Posted 4 hours ago  Verified
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    Certification details
  • BLS, ACLS required via American Heart Association; NIHSS required
    Job details
  • Stepdown RN needed for 13 weeks with possible extension
  • 3x12 or 4x12 (OT billed after 48 on 4x12) Nights Shift 7pm-7:30am; weekdays, EOW, Float, Holidays within contract.
  • Must be willing to float. Must have Charge experience. MUST HAVE STRONG NEURO EXP
  • Offering but not requiring 48/4x12 hour contracts (OT billed after 48)
  • Skills required: vents, IV start, Telemetry, PA Lines, Conscious Sedation, Neuro IV titration, Insulin IV experience, strong Neuro experience required (post brain surgery, EVD exp/ventriculostomy)
  • Patient types in SDU: This is a general SDU with a variety of patient populations.
  • Typical Ratios are 1:4, sometimes 1:5
  • Must be EPIC proficient - NO EXCEPTIONS
  • 3 years experience preferred (will consider strong candidates without 3 years), travel experience preferred
  • Local Rules: No RN candidates will be accepted if they reside less than 50 miles from facility.
    Job requirements
  • Must have Charge experience
  • MUST HAVE STRONG NEURO EXP
  • BLS, ACLS required via American Heart Association; NIHSS required
  • 3 years experience preferred (will consider strong candidates without 3 years), travel experience preferred
    Schedule information
  • 3x12 or 4x12 (OT billed after 48 on 4x12) Nights Shift 7pm-7:30am; weekdays, EOW, Float, Holidays within contract.
    Unit specific information
  • Patient types in SDU: This is a general SDU with a variety of patient populations.
  • Typical Ratios are 1:4, sometimes 1:5
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$2,768/week
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Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

2.8rating(24 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

Unit is Traveller friendly

Cons

Schedule flexible

boniface k
boniface k
Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)
Jul '24
Review of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center on Oct 26, 2024
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Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
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  • Not-For-Profit Hospital
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 302 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS736 Battlefield Blvd NChesapeake, VA 23320
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About Chesapeake, VA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Chesapeake, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chesapeake, VA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Chesapeake experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 87°F and lows around 70°F.
  • Winters are cool with average highs around 50°F and lows around 32°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chesapeake, VA.
  • They can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
Transportation
  • Chesapeake is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include bus services operated by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT).
Demographics
  • Chesapeake has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's pollen count.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Chesapeake offers a variety of restaurants serving local seafood and international cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, hiking, and water activities in the outdoors.
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