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ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Chesapeake, Virginia

Atlas MedStaffChesapeake, VATravel$2,620/Per Week
Agency
Atlas MedStaff
Location
Chesapeake, VA
Job type
Travel
Pay
$2,620/Per Week
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 27, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$54.58
Weekly
$2,620
Yearly (full-time)
$136,240
Contract length
13 weeks

This job pays about $54.58/hour — 21% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Job Description

Join a 13-week travel assignment as a Cardio Thoracic ICU Registered Nurse in Chesapeake, Virginia. You will care for complex cardiovascular and critically ill patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgery, cardiac catheterization, CABG procedures, stroke, and other serious conditions. The unit uses a universal bed model, so the assignment also includes caring for step-down patients.

This role includes managing cardiac and vasoactive drips, ventilated patients, arterial and pulmonary artery lines, Impella and intra-aortic balloon pumps, CRRT, EVDs, and advanced respiratory support. A typical schedule is three or four 12-hour day shifts, with floating, every-other-weekend coverage, and holidays during the contract required. Block scheduling is not available, and holiday coverage includes Christmas. An extension may be possible.

Weather

Chesapeake typically offers mild to cool weather during this time of year, with comfortable conditions for exploring nearby trails and waterways. Occasional breezes and rain are possible, so outdoor plans are best paired with a light jacket and flexible timing.

Fun Things To Do

  • Local Adventure: Explore Chesapeake’s hiking trails, with options for a range of experience levels.

  • Waterway Outing: Spend a relaxing day kayaking, boating, or sightseeing along the area’s many waterways.

  • Day Trip: Head to Virginia Beach for coastal scenery, beach time, and outdoor activities.

  • Day Trip: Visit Norfolk to enjoy waterfront views, local attractions, and an easy change of scenery.

  • Outdoor Escape: Combine a hike with time near one of Chesapeake’s scenic waterways for a full day outside.

Job Specifics

City and State: Chesapeake, Virginia
Shift: Days, three or four 12-hour shifts; typical schedule 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 48 hours per week

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