Travel Contract

PCU/Med-Surg Float Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,081/week

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Overview

Start Date04/20/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,081/week

Benefits

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

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

Virginia Nursing License

Other

Skills Checklist
Updated Resume

Description

Job Opportunity: PCU Float Registered Nurse

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

Seeking a Registered Nurse comfortable working across Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical-Surgical (MS) units with floating responsibilities. The role requires flexibility as staffing needs are reassessed every 4 hours, potentially floating 2-3 times per shift.

Schedule

Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Virginia
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
Experience working in all PCU units and all Medical-Surgical (MS) units
ACLS issued by American Heart Association
BLS issued by American Heart Association
Experience with blood product administration
Central line care experience
Tracheostomy management experience
Chest tubes experience (Emerson/PleurEvac)
Cardiac monitoring experience
Dysrhythmia interpretation and management experience
Experience titrating cardiac drips
Experience responding to emergencies via Rapid Response/Code teams
Experience managing PCA protocols
Experience managing heparin protocols
Cardiovascular experience in pre/post cardiac catheterization settings
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Unit Details

PCU nurse-to-patient ratio: approximately 5:1
MS nurse-to-patient ratio: approximately 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)

Additional Requirements

Must be comfortable floating frequently during shifts
Accepts first-time travel nurses
Local candidates accepted within a specified radius
Call-off policy allows 1 shift off per 2 weeks

Required Documentation & Compliance

I-9 or attestation
Valid Driver’s License/State ID with address verification (within 100 miles radius)
Background check covering 7 years of history, including education verification
Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start
Physical exam within 1 year, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
Fit testing for masks within 1 year, updated annually
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
Immunizations or positive titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
Required competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
References: 2 clinical references required
Employment application/resume
Skills checklist updated annually

Notes

Must work one holiday during the contract
Floating assignments may change every 4 hours based on staffing needs
Orientation and compliance paperwork must be completed prior to start
Facility has a call-off policy limiting shift cancellations

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic PCU/MS float role with a reputable acute care hospital in Virginia, providing advanced nursing care in a telemetry and stepdown environment.

Employer

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.

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About Roanoke, VA

As a Travel Progressive Care 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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