Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse (PCU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Contract Length: 52 weeks (flexible; can request 14-52 weeks)
Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM

Job Details

• Unit assignment determined by facility need after clinical evaluation
• Patient ratio currently 1:5 (goal 1:4)
• Floating within acuity expected
• EPIC experience required

Required Certifications

• ACLS (AHA only)
• BLS (AHA only)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (PALS, NRP, TNCC, CPI, etc.)

Licensure & Experience

• Registered Nurse license required (primary source verification within 30 days of start)
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1+ year typical for PCU RN roles
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I9 or attestation
• Driver’s License/State ID with address within 100 miles of facility (required within 48 hours of signing)
• E-Verify or attestation
• Background check: 7-year history within 1 year of start, including SS trace, counties, nationwide, sex offender, FACIS Level 3, education verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Transcript or diploma verifying highest earned degree
• Physical exam within 1 year, free from communicable diseases
• Fit test within 1 year, updated annually (not required for students)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• TB questionnaire required for all candidates
• Immunizations or titers for Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination or declination form during flu season
• Photo for badge (professional, plain background)
• Completion of new hire paperwork and compliance checklists prior to start
• Orientation manual review (not required for inpatient RNs)

Additional Notes

• 2 clinical references required (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete application/resume required
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Candidates must be prepared to float as needed within their acuity level

This position offers a flexible start date and contract length, with a focus on providing care in a progressive care unit setting. Candidates must meet all licensure, certification, and compliance requirements prior to start.