PCU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

13-week Travel Nurse RN assignment in a Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Roanoke, VA — EPIC charting, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS required; 12-hour night shifts. Apply now for this Roanoke travel nurse opportunity.

Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 – $1,890 (Travel Nurse weekly pay)
• Location: Roanoke, VA 24014 — Blue Ridge Mountains (Roanoke travel nurse jobs, Virginia nursing jobs)
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (May 11, 2026 – August 10, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 – 07:15), 3 shifts/week (night shift, 12-hour)
• Unit: Neuro PCU / 7S NCC PCU (Progressive Care Unit, neuro stepdown)
• Patient Ratio: 1:4–5 (PCU patient ratio)
• Charting: EPIC required (EPIC experience)
• Weekend/Holiday: May require every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week block; must work one holiday per contract

Required Qualifications (Travel Nurse RN)

• Active RN license (Virginia or Compact) — Registered Nurse required
• Minimum 1 year recent PCU or neuro stepdown experience (neuro progressive care / stroke nurse experience preferred)
• EPIC charting experience required (electronic health record experience)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (required)
• Comfortable managing 1:5 patient ratios in a PCU setting
• Previous charge experience preferred
• COVID-19 and seasonal Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients with neurological and neurosurgical diagnoses, including stroke management, seizure/epilepsy monitoring, and neurosurgical recovery
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to emergencies: dysrhythmia interpretation/management, Rapid Response and Code team participation
• Administer medications, cardiac drips (no titration), IV therapy, blood products, and manage central and peripheral lines
• Deliver respiratory support including nasal cannula, O2 administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Implement isolation precautions and PPE protocols to maintain infection control
• Float to other units within your clinical skillset as needed (flexible clinical support)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, respiratory therapy, physical/occupational therapy, and social services

Why This Travel Nursing Job in Roanoke, VA?

Join a reputable acute care teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA, and advance your career as a travel nurse in neuro progressive care. Roanoke offers outdoor recreation, vibrant cultural attractions, and a welcoming community—perfect for travel nurses seeking work-life balance while gaining valuable neuro PCU experience. This position is ideal for Registered Nurses seeking short-term contracts in Virginia nursing jobs and travel nurse opportunities.

Ready to apply? Submit your resume, active RN license, and current certifications. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference for neuro PCU patients and their families. Join our team today—Travel Nurse RN opportunities in Roanoke, VA await!

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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.