Neuro PCU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro PCU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring Epic proficiency and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications for night shift work.

Details

• Work in the Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a 703-bed acute care Magnet-designated teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center affiliated with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
• Adult neurological patient population, including neurosurgical recovery, stroke management, neuro-specific diagnoses, and medical overflow
• Unit includes 5 dedicated beds for continuous 24-hour epilepsy monitoring
• Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center with 24/7 neurointerventional coverage and advanced endovascular procedures
• Patient ratio of 1:4–5; candidates should be comfortable with a 1:5 ratio
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Floating required to units within the traveler's clinical skillset
• Epic EMR experience required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Virginia state or Compact RN license currently in hand; a pending license is accepted only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and Rapid Response/Code team participation
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Experience with cardiac drips (non-titrated) and medication administration
• Respiratory support skills including nasal cannula, O2 administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with isolation precautions
• Epic EMR experience required
• Two professional references required for consideration
• PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted; radius rule criteria apply
• Must work one holiday during the 13-week contract
• All time-off (RTO) requests must be submitted at the time of application
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period