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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

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

Details

• Position is located in the 6 West PCU of a 703-bed acute care, Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center and academic teaching hospital affiliated with a medical school
• Unit serves adult and geriatric patients with a high patient turnover rate
• Primary patient focus includes chest pain management, rule in/out MI, ER flow facilitation, cardiology and medicine PCU overflow, and occasional post-cath patients
• Remote telemetry monitoring with monitors on unit; tele sitting is implemented
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Patient ratio is 1:5 (goal of 1:4, but consistently operates at 1:5)
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract
• Floating required within skillset
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active Virginia state or Compact RN license required; pending licensure accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and activation of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Experience administering and managing cardiac drips including Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose Dopamine/Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Bumex, and Lasix (no titration required)
• Respiratory support experience including nasal cannula, oxygen delivery, and non-invasive airway management
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, cardiac drip administration, IV therapy, and respiratory support for adult and geriatric PCU patients
• Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated for nursing excellence, and an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply