PCU Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- 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 - PCU (Medical-Renal)
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
- Charting System: Epic experience required
- Weekend Requirement: Either every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
- Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday during the 13-week contract
- Floating: Required to float within skillset
- Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients, including chronic vent patients and hospitalist medicine patients with renal and other medical diagnoses
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5
- Unit Type: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown / Intermediate Care Unit (IMC)
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within the last year
- ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Required Documentation & Compliance
- Background Checks:
- 7-year background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years (valid within 1 year of start)
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
- Education Verification: Proof of highest earned medical degree (transcript or diploma) required
- Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
- Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
- Immunizations / Titers:
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines each
- Hepatitis B: Positive titer, vaccine series, or declination
- Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines
- TB Testing: Negative PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 1 year; if past positive, clear chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire
- Fit Testing: Required within 1 year and updated annually (not required for students)
- Photo for Badge: Professional photo with plain background required
- Other:
- Drivers License/State ID with address more than 100 miles from facility not accepted
- E-Verify or attestation required
- Completion of new hire paperwork and compliance checklists prior to start
- Orientation Safety Manual review and acknowledgment (not required for inpatient RNs)
- Carilion Pain Assessment signature required for inpatient RNs
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Locals accepted within a specified radius
- Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks
- Must include all scheduling requests with submission
This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma Center with Magnet designation, caring for complex medical-renal patients in a progressive care setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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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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