Travel ContractICU/PCU Registered Nurse
$2,081/week
ICU/PCU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
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Overview
- Start Date04/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Estimated total pay
$2,081/weekBenefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
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Required
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
Work Experience
License
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Other
Description
Job Opportunity: ICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse comfortable working across all ICU and PCU units with the ability to float frequently based on staffing needs. This role requires strong critical care skills and experience in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Schedule Details
- Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
- Floating: May float 2-3 times per shift (every 4 hours)
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block
- Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
- First-time travelers accepted
- Local candidates accepted within radius rules
- Call-off policy allows 1 shift call-off per 2 weeks
Required Certifications
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS
Required Clinical Skills
- Medication administration skills including continuous IV sedation, emergency meds, and titration of cardiac & vasoactive drips
- Endocrine/metabolic skills including IV insulin protocol adherence
Unit Details
- PCU average nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
- ICU average nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2
Required Licenses
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- State License 1
- Nursys
Electronic Health Record
- Experience with Epic
Required Documentation & Compliance
- Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
- ICU experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS certification
- State License 1
- Nursys verification
- Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
- Medication administration skills including continuous IV sedation, emergency meds, and titration of cardiac & vasoactive drips
- Endocrine/metabolic skills including IV insulin protocol adherence
- Experience with Epic
Additional Notes
- Floating assignments are frequent and based on staffing needs every 4 hours
- Must be comfortable working in both ICU and PCU units
- Must work at least one holiday during the contract
- Orientation and compliance paperwork must be completed prior to start
- Call-off policy limits cancellations to maintain staffing stability
This position is ideal for experienced ICU Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract with diverse critical care responsibilities and a dynamic work environment.
Employer
PRIDE Health
4.1rating(80 reviews)
49 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
5.0rating
Pros
Very personable, kind and understanding. I am enjoying developing a relationship overtime. Looking forward to working with her in the near future. Pride Health is fortunate and lucky to have staff like Reetika & Priyanka on their team.
Cons
Sometimes the reception went in and out, so it's hard to talk over the phone.
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
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About
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,310–5,406/week
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About Roanoke, VA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- The cost of living in Roanoke is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F.
- Roanoke experiences all four seasons, with mild to moderate temperatures throughout the year.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
Transportation
- Roanoke is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and trolleys, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
Demographics
- Roanoke has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
- Roanoke offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, along with art galleries, museums, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to national forests for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.
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