Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Roanoke, VA
ALOIS Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,911/week

Posted 7 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

34% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in Virginia

Estimated total pay

$2,911/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,560/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,351/week

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Required

Work Experience

Progressive Care Nurse (2 years)

License

Virginia Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

POSITION: RN – Stroke/Neuro PCU

SCHEDULING DETAILS AND CHARTING
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• Shift hours: 4x12s, 645p-715a

• Charting: EPIC experience required

• Weekend Requirement: May be EOW or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block

• RTO: ALL requests must be included with the submission.

• Call off Policy: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2-weeks.

• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract.

• Accept First-Time Travelers: Yes, but travel experience preferred

REQUIRED LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS
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• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

• Pending License Accepted: Yes, only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state. Otherwise, submission must include an active Virginia State or Compact RN/LPN license.

REQUIRED CLINICAL SKILLS
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• Cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management

• IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care

• Medication administration including cardiac drips (no titration)

• Respiratory support: nasal cannula, oxygen administration, non-invasive airway management

• Neuro PCU experience.

• Isolation precautions and telemetry settings across PCU, IMC, and stepdown units

UNIT DETAILS AND FLOATING
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• Ratios: Typically 1:5. Staffing goal is 1:4.

• 12 West is a telemetry PCU specializing in the care and management of hospitalist medicine patients including stroke and neurology patients. This Stroke/Neuroscience unit of CRMH is a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center.

• IV Drips Managed: Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, Ketamine

• Remote telemetry (monitors remain on unit); tele sitting implemented to increase Patient Care Tech coverage

• Floating: Will be required to float within skillset

HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
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Hospital is a large acute care facility in Roanoke, Virginia, with over 700 licensed beds. It is recognized as a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated. The hospital offers advanced specialty care, including bariatric, trauma, and surgical services.

POSITION: RN – Stroke/Neuro PCU SCHEDULING DETAILS AND CHARTING ================================== • Shift hours: 4x12s, 645p-715a • Charting: EPIC experience required • Weekend Requirement: May be EOW or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block • RTO: ALL requests must be included with the submission. • Call off Policy: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2-weeks. • Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract. • Accept First-Time Travelers: Yes, but travel experience preferred REQUIRED LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS ================================= • ACLS, BLS, NIHSS • Pending License Accepted: Yes, only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state. Otherwise, submission must include an active Virginia State or Compact RN/LPN license. REQUIRED CLINICAL SKILLS ============================ • Cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management • IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care • Medication administration including cardiac drips (no titration) • Respiratory support: nasal cannula, oxygen administration, non-invasive airway management • Neuro PCU experience. • Isolation precautions and telemetry settings across PCU, IMC, and stepdown units UNIT DETAILS AND FLOATING ============================= • Ratios: Typically 1:5. Staffing goal is 1:4. • 12 West is a telemetry PCU specializing in the care and management of hospitalist medicine patients including stroke and neurology patients. This Stroke/Neuroscience unit of CRMH is a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center. • IV Drips Managed: Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, Ketamine • Remote telemetry (monitors remain on unit); tele sitting implemented to increase Patient Care Tech coverage • Floating: Will be required to float within skillset HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS ======================= Hospital is a large acute care facility in Roanoke, Virginia, with over 700 licensed beds. It is recognized as a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated. The hospital offers advanced specialty care, including bariatric, trauma, and surgical services.

Employer

ALOIS Healthcare

4.5rating(126 reviews)

39 nurses recommend working with ALOIS Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

My recruiter (Davin C.) is professional, responsive, supportive, and always available when I have questions or concerns. Communication has been very amazing.

Cons

Recommends working with ALOIS Healthcare

Diana L

Psychiatric (RN)

Review of ALOIS Healthcare on Sep 1, 2026

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About

Why ALOIS Healthcare?

ALOIS means “brave warrior” and that’s what you are- Warrior in Scrubs! Just as you advocate for your patients, we will advocate for you. The pay you deserve. The support you need. We’re in your corner for every battle – because you shouldn’t settle for anything less when it comes to your career.

We offer:

· Industry-leading pay

Generous cost of living and housing stipends

· Opportunities for referral, sign-on, and extension bonuses

· Weekly health insurance or health insurance Marketplace weekly bonus

· Continuing education credits

We’re proud to be recognized globally as a certified minority-owned staffing supplier.

At ALOIS Healthcare:

· Everyone Matters

· We are Performance Driven

· We are Open, Honest and Direct

· We are Transparent

· We are Inclusive

· We Do the Right Thing

We care about you - and your success is our success.

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About Roanoke, VA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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