American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Stroke/Neuro PCU position at a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA, with Epic experience and NIHSS certification required.
Details
- 13-week contract working night shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
- Schedule is 3x12-hour shifts per week, with 4x12 available by request
- Unit 12 West is a telemetry PCU specializing in stroke and neurology patients within a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center
- Large acute care hospital with over 700 licensed beds, Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated, and affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
- Typical patient ratio is 1:5, with a staffing goal of 1:4
- Remote telemetry monitoring with tele sitting implemented to increase Patient Care Tech coverage
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
- Floating required within skillset
- One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract
- Epic charting experience required
Requirements
- Active Virginia State or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Neuro PCU experience required
- Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response
- Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
- Ability to administer cardiac drips (no titration required); drips include Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, and Ketamine
- Experience with respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
- Familiarity with isolation precautions and telemetry in PCU, IMC, and stepdown settings
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply, though prior travel experience is preferred
- Local candidates are accepted
- All time-off (RTO) requests must be submitted at the time of application consideration
American Traveler Job ID #P-734293. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.