ICU RN
Roanoke, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,137/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- 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
ICU Registered Nurse
Overview
- Travel/contract role in Roanoke, Virginia
- Night shift: 3x12s, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Must be comfortable working all ICU and PCU units
- May float 2–3 times per shift
- First-time travelers accepted
- Local candidates accepted within radius rule
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit (1 year of experience)
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Experience with Epic
Clinical Skills
- Arterial line management
- Central/PICC line care
- Blood product administration
- IV initiation and maintenance
- BiPAP and CPAP management
- Ventilated patient care
- Continuous IV sedation
- Emergency medication administration
- Titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Surgical wound care with drains or wound vacs
- Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- IV insulin protocol adherence
Scheduling
- Weekend requirement may be every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block
- One holiday required per 13-week contract
- Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Compliance and Pre-Start Items
- EPIC experience required
- Driver’s license or state ID required within 48 hours of signing
- E-Verify or attestation required
- 2 clinical references required
- Complete application/resume required
- Skills checklist required
- Background check, education verification, and state license verification required
- Physical exam, TB screening, fit mask, drug screen, and immunization documentation required
- Photo for badge required
- New hire paperwork and access/confidentiality agreement required before start
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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 Intensive Care Unit 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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