Stroke/Neuro Telemetry PCU RN
Roanoke, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,929/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse – Stroke/Neuro PCU
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
- Charting System: EPIC experience required
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block
- Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
- Floating: Required to float within skillset
- Patient Ratio: Typically 1:5, staffing goal 1:4
- Unit: Telemetry Progressive Care Unit specializing in stroke and neurology patients
- IV Drips Managed: Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, Ketamine
- Remote Telemetry: Monitors remain on unit; tele sitting used to increase Patient Care Tech coverage
Required Certifications
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
- BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Telemetry Progressive Care Unit (PCU), preferably within the last year
- Neuro PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
- Experience with EPIC charting system
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Notes
- Accepts first-time travelers but travel experience is preferred
- Must work one holiday during the contract
- Floating within skillset expected
- Telemetry PCU with focus on stroke and neurology care
- Staffing goal ratio 1:4, typical ratio 1:5
This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with neuro PCU experience looking for a travel contract in Virginia with a focus on stroke and neurology patient care in a telemetry progressive care setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Cons
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About Roanoke, VA
As a Travel Telemetry PCU 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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