Progressive Care Unit RN
Roanoke, VA
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: Flexible, up to 52 weeks (approximately 1 year)

• Travelers may request contracts from 14 to 52 weeks.
• Standard schedule: 3x12 hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
• 4x12 shifts available upon request
• Unit assignment determined by facility need after clinical evaluation

Requirements

• Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1 year RN experience (default to standard for PCU RNs)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (no explicit mention)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • Other certifications may be required depending on unit (PALS, NRP, TNCC)
• Licensure:

  • Valid RN license with primary source verification within 30 days of start
  • NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Clinical Skills:

  • EPIC electronic health record experience required
  • Ability to float to other units as needed within acuity level
• Patient Ratios:

  • Currently 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio on PCU (goal 1:4)

Compliance & Documentation

• I9 or attestation required
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID with address within 100 miles of facility required within 48 hours of signing
• E-Verify or attestation required
• 7-year background check required within 1 year of start (covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Education verification of highest earned degree required (transcript/diploma for PCU/ER/TCU)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, updated annually (not required for students)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Required immunizations or positive titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination documentation or mask/declination form during flu season
• 2 clinical references required
• Complete employment application/resume required
• Annual skills checklist update required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must review and acknowledge the Contract Staff Orientation Manual prior to start (not required for inpatient RNs)
• Photo for badge required (professional photo with plain background)
• VA State Police Search completed onsite first day of orientation for certain candidates (home health, hospice)
• Radiation badges not provided by agency for new candidates; client supplies if needed

This position offers a flexible long-term travel opportunity in a progressive care unit with a supportive nurse-to-patient ratio and requires strong clinical skills, EPIC experience, and current certifications.