PICU RN
Roanoke, VA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
PICU RN
Location: Roanoke, Virginia Employment type: Travel/Contract Specialty: Registered Nurse Contract length: 13 weeks Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM to 7:15 AM), 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Virginia
- PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care) experience of 1 year, with experience within the last year
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience with ventilator management
- Experience with Epic
Schedule and Policies
- Weekends: end-of-week shifts or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
- Holiday: one holiday required per 13-week contract
- Call-off policy: the facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
- Blocked scheduling is accommodated. All RTO, block, and special scheduling requests must be included with the submission.
- Accepts first-time travelers
- Does not accept local candidates under the radius rule (refer to the submittal instructions for criteria)
Unit and Patient Population
- Ratio: 1:2 for ICU level of care, with higher ratios if downgrades are on the unit
- Patients: newborn to age 17, and in certain cases up to age 21 depending on diagnosis
- Travelers may float to a sister Peds unit.
Hospital Highlights
- 703-bed acute care teaching hospital and the flagship facility of its health system
- Region's only Level I Trauma Center
- Magnet-designated for nursing excellence
- Dedicated children's hospital
- Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center with 24/7 neurointerventional coverage
Pre-Start Requirements
- Seven-year background check, completed within 1 year of start, with education verification of highest earned degree
- Additional background checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG within 30 days of start
- E-Verify or attestation
- Driver's license or state ID, provided within 48 hours of signing. Candidates must have an address more than 100 miles from the facility, or the assignment will be canceled.
- Physical exam within 1 year of start, stating the candidate is free from communicable diseases
- Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
- TB screening (negative PPD, QuantiFERON Gold, or T-SPOT within 1 year, updated annually) and TB questionnaire
- Immunity documentation for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella (positive titer, vaccine series, or declination as applicable)
- Annual flu vaccination or documentation. Candidates who decline must mask for the entire flu season and sign a declination form.
- Fit test within 1 year of start, updated annually
- Primary source verification and Nursys verification within 30 days of start
- Professional badge photo
- Facility orientation materials and new-hire paperwork completed before start
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
8 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Roanoke, VA
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive 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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