Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Roanoke, Virginia
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Specialty: Registered Nurse (PCU)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 52 weeks (flexible; travelers may request between 14-52 weeks)

Job Details

• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU); specific unit determined by facility need after clinical evaluation
• Shift: 3x12 hour nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
• 4x12 shifts available upon request
• Patient ratio: Currently 1:5 (goal is 1:4)
• Floating: All travelers expected to float as needed within their acuity level
• EPIC experience required

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (PALS, NRP, TNCC, CPI, etc.)—verify as applicable

Licensure & Verification

• Valid state nursing license with primary source verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs within 30 days of start

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (PCU)
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 3 years typical for PCU roles unless otherwise specified
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance & Background Checks

• 7-year background check required within 1 year of start (covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals/extensions
• Education verification of highest earned degree required
• Transcript or diploma required for PCU assignments
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination form required

Additional Requirements

• I9 or attestation
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID (must be within 100 miles of facility)
• E-Verify or attestation
• Residency declaration form if working on a compact license
• Photo for badge (professional, plain background)
• Completion of new hire paperwork and compliance checklists prior to start
• Orientation safety manual review (not required for inpatient RNs)
• References: 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required
• Employment application/resume required
• Annual skills checklist update required

Notes

• Travelers must be prepared to float within acuity levels as needed
• Start date and contract length are flexible within the 14-52 week range
• EPIC electronic medical record experience is mandatory

This position offers a long-term travel opportunity in a PCU setting with flexible scheduling and a supportive patient ratio goal.