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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a float ICU/PCU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring Epic proficiency and comfort working across all ICU and PCU units.
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13-week contract at a 703-bed acute care Magnet-designated teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatric)
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Float position covering all ICU and PCU units — candidates must be comfortable working any unit
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Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
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Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, meaning travelers may float 2–3 times per shift
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ICU patient ratio: 2:1 | PCU patient ratio: 5:1
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Epic EMR experience required
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Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
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One holiday shift required per 13-week contract
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Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period
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Active Virginia state or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
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Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
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Minimum 2+ years of ICU experience preferred
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Experience at a large Level I or Level II facility required
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Proficiency in IV therapy: arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and IV initiation & maintenance
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Respiratory support experience: BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilated patient care
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Medication administration skills: continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titration of cardiac & vasoactive drips
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Wound care experience: surgical wounds with drains or wound vacs
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Cardiac monitoring skills: dysrhythmia interpretation and management
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Experience with IV insulin protocol adherence
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Two professional references required for consideration
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PDF copies of Driver's License and Social Security Card required for consideration
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Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center for both adult and pediatric patients, affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, and certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
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Magnet-designated facility recognized for nursing excellence
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First-time travelers are welcome to apply
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Local candidates are accepted; a radius rule applies to determine eligibility
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All RTO, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
