Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Roanoke, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,394/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date01/12/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,394/week

Description

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Jobs – Resource Nursing Pool in Roanoke, Virginia

Advance your nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Roanoke, VA (zip code 24014). Join our healthcare team in the Blue Ridge Mountains and experience Virginia nursing jobs with access to vibrant city life, scenic outdoor activities, and a supportive medical community. This opportunity is ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking travel healthcare jobs in Virginia.

Key Job Details – ICU RN Travel Assignment

  • Location: Roanoke, VA 24014 (Virginia healthcare jobs)
  • Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
  • Unit: Whole House Resource Pool (ICU/PCU/MS Float)
  • Start Date: January 12, 2026
  • End Date: April 13, 2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks (extensions up to 52 weeks available)
  • Shift: Night shifts, 3x12-hour (18:45 - 07:15); 4x12s available
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Orientation: 24 hours

Registered Nurse Qualifications

  • Active RN license (Virginia or Compact State)
  • Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience in a Level I or II hospital
  • Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • EPIC charting experience
  • Ability to float between ICU, PCU, and Med/Surg units; comfortable with patient ratios up to 1:6
  • COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
  • Preferred: Previous charge nurse and Level I Trauma experience

ICU RN Responsibilities

  • Float between ICU, PCU, and Med/Surg units as needed (may float 2-3 times per shift)
  • Deliver high-quality patient care to adult and geriatric populations
  • Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, arterial and central line management, and blood product administration
  • Manage ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, suctioning (ETT, NT), and continuous IV sedation
  • Interpret cardiac monitoring, manage dysrhythmias, titrate cardiac/vasoactive drips, and respond to emergencies
  • Participate in rapid response/code teams and follow infection prevention protocols
  • Work at least one holiday per 13-week contract and fulfill weekend shift requirements (6 shifts per 6-week block)
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including PT, RT, pharmacy, and social services

Apply now to join our Roanoke healthcare team and take the next step in your ICU nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #444584. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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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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