About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role is for a New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) joining a mixed critical care unit (ICU + IMCU). You will participate in a structured residency/onboarding program and work with preceptors to develop clinical judgment and safe practice.

• Provide direct patient care during the first year of practice under precepted supervision
• Perform focused and comprehensive patient assessments and contribute to individualized care plans
• Safely administer medications and treatments, document care in the electronic health record
• Monitor and escalate changes in patient condition promptly to the care team
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinicians
• Progress toward independent practice as competencies are validated through the residency program
• Follow safety, infection control, and applicable regulatory standards (DNV/CMS)
• Perform other duties as assigned and participate in ongoing education and competency validation

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Qualifications

• Education:
  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • Students nearing completion of an RN program with ICU-specific clinical rotations, capstones, or preceptorships are encouraged to apply
• Experience:
  • Entry-level — 0 to 1 year of RN experience expected
  • New grads with heavy ICU clinical rotations, capstone/preceptorship experience, or prior work as a Patient Care Technician in an ICU are strongly considered
  • 18 months of critical care experience preferred for non-new-grad hires
• Skills:
  • Foundational nursing knowledge and developing clinical judgment
  • Time management, prioritization, and clear communication skills
  • Proficiency in electronic health record documentation or the ability to learn quickly
  • Openness to feedback, coaching, and precepted learning

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Certifications & Licensure

• Current State RN license required upon hire (must be valid for Virginia)
• Successful completion of the NCLEX-RN required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred prior to hire or within 90 days of hire
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required within 6 months of hire (for stroke center compliance)
• Employment offers contingent on verification of credentials and licensure as permitted by law

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Unit & Shift Details

• Unit type: Mixed Critical Care — 15-bed ICU and 5-bed Intermediate/Step-down (IMCU)
• Typical staffing: 1:1 to 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio depending on acuity
• Shift: Full-time, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) with rotating weekends
• Clinical exposure: Neurology, cardiology, oncology, nephrology, surgical critical care, ventilator/CRRT management, and other advanced ICU therapies
• Equipment and support: Modern monitoring systems and on-site critical care NP/PA coverage; daily interdisciplinary rounds

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $36.00 per hour (posted range $36.00 - $36.00 hourly; estimated annual = $77,850)
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates (as advertised)
• Additional pay: Shift differentials, overtime, premiums, or incentive opportunities may apply per role and unit needs
• Benefits package (high-level):
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with employer match (401(k)/403(b) as applicable)
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and paid parental leave
  • Tuition assistance and continuing education support; student debt assistance programs
  • Disability and life insurance; voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal plans)
  • Onsite or local fitness facilities and free or validated parking when offered by the client
  • Other benefits and eligibility rules as defined by the hiring organization

Compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, licensure, and local market conditions. All salary and bonus amounts are provided by the hiring organization.

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Additional information & legal compliance

• This posting is for a position located in Charlottesville, VA. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.; employment is subject to verification of credentials and licensure as permitted by law.
• Confidential Client complies with applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process; please notify Careertakes if you require accommodation.
• This role may require training and competency milestones to be completed as part of the residency/onboarding program.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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