Travel GI Lab Registered Nurse - $2,375 per week
About the Role
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN for the Gastroenterology Laboratory (GI Lab) in Alexandria, Virginia. The position focuses on endoscopy procedures, supporting both outpatient (≈75%) and inpatient (≈25%) cases. The assignment is short‑term (11 weeks) and includes day shifts starting at 6:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, with weekend coverage provided by a call rotation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with pre‑operative, intra‑operative (including timeout and documentation), and post‑operative activities for GI endoscopy procedures.
- Support an average of 10‑20 procedures daily, encompassing both outpatient and inpatient cases.
- Maintain safety standards and adhere to clinical protocols.
- Document patient care using EPIC and Provation electronic medical record systems.
- Provide weekend call coverage and respond to weekday call after scheduled shifts.
- Float to pre‑operative areas when case volume is low or staffing requires.
Requirements
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association).
- Current ACLS certification.
- Minimum two years of experience as an Endoscopy Nurse.
- Strong IV insertion and management skills.
Schedule
Days, 10‑hour shifts (typically 6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.), 40 hours per week. Weekday call begins at the end of the scheduled shift and continues until 7:00 a.m. the following morning, occurring approximately 3‑4 times per week. 24‑hour weekend and holiday call blocks are also required. Assignment dates: 10/12/2026 – 12/27/2026 (11 weeks).
Benefits
- Private housing or generous housing allowance.
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage.
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage.
- Competitive salary.
- Referral bonuses.
- Travel reimbursement.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Direct deposit / free checking.
- Unlimited free continuing‑education credits.
Pay
Pay is based on 8‑hour shifts and a 40‑hour work week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.