Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Roanoke, VA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Roanoke, Virginia (zip code 24014). This travel RN contract offers the chance to work at a top-rated acute care teaching hospital in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the vibrant arts, culture, and natural beauty of southwestern Virginia while gaining valuable clinical experience in a Magnet-designated healthcare setting. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in Roanoke!

PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Job Title: PCU/MS Float Registered Nurse – Travel Contract
• Location: Roanoke, VA 24014 (Virginia nursing jobs)
• Healthcare Setting: Resource Nursing Pool – PCU/Medical-Surgical Units
• Contract Type: Travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: December 8, 2025
• End Date: March 9, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45 – 07:15)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2070
• Patient Population: Adult & Geriatric patients
• Charting System: EPIC (EPIC experience required)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week block
• Holiday Requirement: One holiday per 13-week contract

PCU RN Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia or Compact State
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/Stepdown nursing experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record system
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration
• Skilled in central line care, tracheostomy management, and non-invasive airway support (nasal cannula, CPAP, BiPAP, chest tubes)
• Competency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and titration of cardiac drips
• Ability to float between all PCU and Medical-Surgical units as needed
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in PCU and Medical-Surgical units
• Float between units based on staffing needs (may float 2-3 times per shift)
• Perform and manage IV therapy, blood product administration, and central line care
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond to emergencies (Rapid Response/Code teams)
• Manage PCA and heparin protocols, administer IV insulin, and care for endocrine/metabolic conditions
• Support patients with non-invasive airway management and tracheostomy care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Social Services
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC
• Participate in orientation and complete required training modules

Join a nationally recognized Magnet hospital for nursing excellence in Roanoke, VA. Experience the best of Virginia healthcare jobs while enjoying outdoor adventures, local dining, and a lively downtown scene. Apply now to start your next travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia!

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