Progressive Care Unit Float RN
Roanoke, Virginia
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PCU Float)

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position requires comfort working across all PCU (Progressive Care Unit) and MS (Medical-Surgical) units.
• Schedule: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM).
• Floating: May float 2-3 times per shift, with staffing needs re-evaluated every 4 hours.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block.
• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract.
• Charting: EPIC experience required.
• Accepts first-time travelers.
• Locals accepted with radius rule applied.
• Pending license accepted only if holding a single-state license from a non-compact state; otherwise, active Virginia State or Compact RN license required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia
• Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience working with Adult patients
• Experience working with Pediatric patients
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
• IV therapy
• Phlebotomy
• Blood product administration
• Central line care
• Trach management
• Non-invasive airway support
• Cardiac monitoring
• Experience with Epic

Unit Details

• PCU average nurse-to-patient ratio: 5:1
• MS average nurse-to-patient ratio: 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)

Additional Requirements

• Background check: 7-year history required within 1 year of start.
• 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 testing: Required within 1 year of start and updated annually.
• Immunizations: Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and seasonal flu vaccination or declination form.
• TB test: Negative PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 1 year; if positive, clear chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire.
• References: 2 clinical references required.
• Employment application/resume required.
• Skills checklist: Must be updated annually.

Scheduling & Policies

• Call-off policy: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks.
• All requests for time off must be submitted with application.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma Center with Magnet designation and advanced specialty care, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for professional growth.