Neuro Progressive Care Unit RN
Roanoke, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Details:

• Work 3x12 hour day shifts from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract (2 holidays during winter season)
• Patient ratio: 1:4-5 (must be comfortable with 1:5 ratio)
• 48 hours of orientation provided
• Required to float to units within clinical skillset
• EPIC charting system experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Clinical skills include cardiac monitoring, emergency response, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central/peripheral line care
• Medication administration, cardiac drips (no titration)
• Respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, non-invasive airway management
• Care for adult patients with neurological conditions including neurosurgical recovery, stroke management
• Handle 24-hour epilepsy monitoring with 5 dedicated beds
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Previous charge experience preferred
• First-time travelers and pending licenses accepted (with restrictions)
• All time-off requests must be submitted with application

Facility:

This facility is a 703-bed acute care teaching hospital and flagship medical center serving as the region's only Level I Trauma Center. The hospital maintains Magnet designation for nursing excellence and is affiliated with a medical school. It features advanced specialty care, a dedicated children's hospital, and is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center providing comprehensive stroke care with 24/7 neurointerventional coverage and advanced endovascular procedures. The Neuro PCU is a 20-bed unit offering comprehensive neurological care with interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and rapid response teams.

Location:

Roanoke, VA

Roanoke offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, nestled in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The city provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities with nearby hiking trails, lakes, and the famous Blue Ridge Parkway, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and work-life balance.