ICU/PCU Float RN
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU/PCU Float position requiring Epic proficiency and comfort working across all ICU and PCU units in a Level I Trauma Center setting.

Details

• Float position covering all ICU and PCU units within an acute care teaching hospital
• Level I Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatrics) with Magnet designation for nursing excellence
• Advanced specialty care environment affiliated with a medical school
• ICU patient ratio averages 2:1; PCU patient ratio averages 5:1
• Clinical skills required include arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and IV initiation & maintenance
• Respiratory support responsibilities include BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilated patient care
• Medication administration includes continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Wound care includes surgical wounds with drains and wound vacs
• Cardiac monitoring duties include dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• IV insulin protocol adherence required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM); 4x12 schedule available by request
• Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, meaning travelers may float 2–3 times per shift
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Virginia state RN license or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only if candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience preferred
• Experience at a large Level I or Level II facility required
• Proficiency in arterial line management, central/PICC line care, BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, vasoactive drip titration, and wound vac care
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Copy of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Must be clinically comfortable working across all ICU and PCU units as a float
• This is a 703-bed academic teaching hospital and the region's only Level I Trauma Center for adults and pediatrics
• Hospital is Magnet-designated and certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application
• Local candidates are accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply