PCU RN (Ventilator Experience)
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital, with ventilator/trach experience required and Epic proficiency.

Details

• General Medicine PCU at a large acute care, Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA
• Hybrid unit consisting of 10 PCU beds and 2 ICU beds, including 2 beds dedicated to chronic trach/vent-dependent patients
• Common diagnoses include DKA, COPD, sepsis, suicide/overdose, chronic respiratory failure, and renal failure
• Typical patient ratio of 1:5
• Remote telemetry monitoring with tele sitting used to supplement Patient Care Tech coverage
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block required
• Floating within skillset required
• One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active Virginia state or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Ventilator and tracheostomy patient care experience required
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Medication administration experience including cardiac drips (non-titrating)
• Respiratory support skills including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Familiarity with Rapid Response and Code team activation protocols
• Experience with isolation precautions and telemetry in PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown settings
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include caring for a diverse PCU population with cardiac, respiratory, and complex medical diagnoses, including chronic trach and vent-dependent patients
• Hospital is affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and offers advanced specialty services including bariatric, trauma, and surgical care
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted