Neuro PCU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Details:

• Work 3x12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• Weekend requirement may be every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5 (must be comfortable with 1:5 ratio)
• EPIC charting experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Floating to units within clinical skillset required
• Care for adult patients with neurological conditions including neurosurgical recovery, stroke management, and neuro-specific diagnoses
• Unit includes 5 dedicated beds for continuous 24-hour epilepsy monitoring
• Perform cardiac monitoring and emergency response including dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Provide IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Administer medications including cardiac drips (no titration)
• Provide respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Participate in Rapid Response teams and maintain isolation precautions
• 48 hours of orientation provided
• First-time travelers accepted
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required

Facility:

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

Location:

Roanoke, VA

Roanoke offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, nestled in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains with excellent outdoor recreation opportunities year-round. The city provides a lower cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas while maintaining cultural attractions, dining, and entertainment options that make it an attractive location for healthcare professionals.