PCU/Med-Surg Float RN
Roanoke, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU Float position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated academic medical center, requiring Epic proficiency and comfort floating across all PCU and MS units.

Details

• Float position covering all Progressive Care (PCU) and Medical-Surgical (MS) units
• Level I Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatric), Magnet-designated acute care teaching hospital affiliated with a medical school
• PCU patient ratio averages 5:1; MS patient ratio averages 6:1, with potential flex up to 7:1
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, meaning travelers may float 2–3 times per shift
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• One holiday shift required per 13-week contract
• Epic EMR experience required
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period

Requirements

• Active VA state or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only if candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Experience in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration
• Proficiency in central line care, trach management, and non-invasive airway support (nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP, and chest tubes including Emerson/PleurEvac)
• Strong cardiac monitoring skills including dysrhythmia interpretation and management, titrating cardiac drips, and participation in Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience managing PCA and heparin protocols, administering IV insulin, and caring for patients with endocrine/metabolic conditions
• Background in telemetry and stepdown-level care (PCU/DOU/IMC), including cardiovascular experience in pre/post cardiac cath settings
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must provide two professional references for consideration
• Copy of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidate must be comfortable working across all PCU and Medical-Surgical units, as floating is a core expectation of this role
• Hospital is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center with a dedicated children's hospital on campus
• All RTO, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply