Job info

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (standard), with options from 14 to 26 weeks available by request

Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU); specific unit assignment based on facility need after clinical evaluation
Shift: 3x12 hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Alternate Shift: 4x12 hour shifts available by request
Patient Ratios: Currently 1:5, with a goal of 1:4
Floating: All travelers expected to float as needed within their acuity level
Start Date: Flexible

Specialty: Registered Nurse (PCU)
Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but implied to require experienced RN level (default to standard RN travel contract experience)
Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required

I9 or attestation
Driver’s License/State ID with address within 100 miles of facility
E-Verify or attestation
7-year background check (within 1 year of start)
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks (within 30 days of start and updated for renewals)
Education verification of highest earned degree (transcript/diploma required)
State RN license verification and NURSYS verification (within 30 days of start)
Physical exam within 1 year, confirming free from communicable diseases
Fit testing within 1 year, updated annually
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
Drug screening (10 panel) within 30 days of start
Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
Flu vaccination or signed declination form (masking required if declined)
2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
Skills checklist updated annually

Candidates must be prepared to complete all required documentation and background checks in a timely manner to avoid delays in start date
Orientation manual review and acknowledgment required prior to start
Professional photo required for badge issuance
Floating within acuity levels expected
No explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement

This position offers a flexible start date and the opportunity to work in a PCU setting with a supportive patient ratio and a focus on quality care.

Facility

3.9rating(96 reviews)

6 nurses recommend working with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

3.0rating

Anonymous

PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

Review of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Jan 12, 2026

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ADDRESS1906 Belleview AvenueRoanoke, VA 24014

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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