PCU RN
Roanoke, VA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,027/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
PCU Registered Nurse
Overview
- Location: Roanoke, Virginia
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Contract length: 26 weeks
- Shift: Day, 3x12s, 6:45 AM–7:15 PM
- Weekly hours: 36
Unit Details
- Adult neuro patients in a progressive care setting
- Includes neurosurgical recovery, stroke management, neuro-specific diagnoses, and medical overflow
- 5 dedicated beds for continuous 24-hour epilepsy monitoring
- Floating required within clinical skillset
- Typical ratio: 1:4–5
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit (1 year of experience)
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
- Neuro PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
- ACLS
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Cardiac monitoring and emergency response (dysrhythmia interpretation/management, Rapid Response/Code teams)
- Experience with Epic
Scheduling Expectations
- May work every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block
- One holiday required per 13-week contract
- Block scheduling requests may be accommodated
- Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers accepted
- Local candidates accepted within radius rule criteria
- Up to 26 weeks available by request, only on the designated PCU unit
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
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.
About Roanoke, VA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:- 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.
- 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.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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