ICU Travel Nurse Job in Charlottesville, VA | Nights (4x12)
University of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville, VA
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Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Charlottesville, VA
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$2,545
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
4×12 hrs
Start Date
11/09
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ICU travel nurse job in Charlottesville, Virginia, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at University of Virginia Medical Center. This role pays $2,545 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 4x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: University of Virginia Medical Center
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Location: Charlottesville, VA 22903 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (4x12)
Responsibilities
- Manage critically ill patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and frequent reassessment
- Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and other high-alert drips as ordered and per facility protocol
- Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage critical care devices, including arterial and central lines
- Respond to clinical deterioration and participate in codes and rapid responses
Travel ICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Virginia and national regulatory bodies.
UVA Health University Medical Center — Charlottesville, VA
Charlottesville, VA
UVA Health University Medical Center is the University of Virginia's teaching hospital in Charlottesville, with Magnet recognition and medical, surgical and maternity services.
- The 24/7 emergency department is backed by a Virginia-designated Level I Adult Trauma Center and surgical specialists in neurosurgery, orthopedics, vascular and other fields. Read More
- Hospital medicine covers general medical illness, orthopedic co-management and medical oncology, including patients with complications of their disease or treatment.
- The surgical ICU cares for patients undergoing abdominal transplantation, major general surgery and emergency operations, as well as patients with traumatic injuries.
- Cardiovascular intensive care supports adult cardiac surgery, lung transplant recipients and complex vascular surgery, alongside a dedicated cardiothoracic surgical ward.
- Labor and delivery and postpartum care are provided at University Hospital. High-risk obstetrics is supported by on-site obstetric anesthesia and UVA Health Children's neonatal intensive care.
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FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Charlottesville, VA
What certifications do travel ICU jobs require?
Most travel ICU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Neuro and stroke units commonly add NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and pediatric or mixed units may ask for PALS. The CCRN credential is preferred by many facilities and required by a few.
Will I float on a travel ICU assignment?
It depends on the facility and the contract. ICU travelers may float to PCU, step-down, ER holds, or other critical care areas, while some hospitals limit floating more narrowly. Float expectations are not always visible in the posting, so confirm the policy before accepting an assignment.
What experience is required for travel ICU RN jobs?
Most travel ICU RN jobs require recent critical care experience caring for high-acuity patients and independently managing ventilators, vasoactive drips, sedation, and invasive lines. Some units may also look for experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, or other advanced therapies. Requirements vary by ICU type, so facilities typically want your recent experience to closely match the patient population, devices, and level of care on the assignment.
How high-acuity is a travel RN assignment at UVA Health University Medical Center?
UVA is a Magnet teaching hospital and Level I Adult Trauma Center that receives complex referrals from across Virginia. Travelers may work with trauma, transplant, cardiac, oncology, surgical, and other high-acuity patients in an academic setting.
Which specialty programs create the most complex nursing care at UVA?
UVA's surgical ICU supports abdominal transplant, major surgery, emergency operations, and trauma, while cardiovascular intensive care includes cardiac surgery, lung transplant, and complex vascular patients. Travelers with strong ICU or surgical backgrounds may find highly specialized assignments.
What should maternity travelers know about UVA University Medical Center?
University Hospital provides labor, delivery, and postpartum care with support from maternal-fetal medicine, obstetric anesthesia, and neonatal intensive care. L&D and high-risk OB travelers may care for medically complex pregnancies with immediate access to advanced specialty services.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this ICU job in Charlottesville
- Review nursing license requirements before your next assignment.
- View live ICU salary data for travel nurses.
- View Virginia salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Charlottesville, VA
Charlottesville, VA blends university life with a healthcare network that serves much of central Virginia. UVA Health University Medical Center manages a wide regional patient base, with intensive care units and surgical suites operating throughout the year. Routes along US-29 and Interstate 64 connect the city with surrounding communities. Crozet, Waynesboro, and Gordonsville often provide nearby housing options for clinicians working assignments in Charlottesville. Historic landmarks like Monticello and the University of Virginia grounds shape the city’s daily rhythm. For many travelers, the compact layout makes balancing hospital shifts with everyday errands surprisingly simple.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ICU · Charlottesville, VA · $2,545 /wk