Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,142 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Nurse – Roanoke, VA

13-week Travel Nurse RN assignment in a Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Roanoke, VA — EPIC charting, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS required; 12-hour night shifts. Apply now for this Roanoke travel nurse opportunity.

Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 – $1,890 (Travel Nurse weekly pay)
• Location: Roanoke, VA 24014 — Blue Ridge Mountains (Roanoke travel nurse jobs, Virginia nursing jobs)
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (May 11, 2026 – August 10, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 – 07:15), 3 shifts/week (night shift, 12-hour)
• Unit: Neuro PCU / 7S NCC PCU (Progressive Care Unit, neuro stepdown)
• Patient Ratio: 1:4–5 (PCU patient ratio)
• Charting: EPIC required (EPIC experience)
• Weekend/Holiday: May require every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week block; must work one holiday per contract

Required Qualifications (Travel Nurse RN)

• Active RN license (Virginia or Compact) — Registered Nurse required
• Minimum 1 year recent PCU or neuro stepdown experience (neuro progressive care / stroke nurse experience preferred)
• EPIC charting experience required (electronic health record experience)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (required)
• Comfortable managing 1:5 patient ratios in a PCU setting
• Previous charge experience preferred
• COVID-19 and seasonal Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients with neurological and neurosurgical diagnoses, including stroke management, seizure/epilepsy monitoring, and neurosurgical recovery
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to emergencies: dysrhythmia interpretation/management, Rapid Response and Code team participation
• Administer medications, cardiac drips (no titration), IV therapy, blood products, and manage central and peripheral lines
• Deliver respiratory support including nasal cannula, O2 administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Implement isolation precautions and PPE protocols to maintain infection control
• Float to other units within your clinical skillset as needed (flexible clinical support)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, respiratory therapy, physical/occupational therapy, and social services

Why This Travel Nursing Job in Roanoke, VA?

Join a reputable acute care teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA, and advance your career as a travel nurse in neuro progressive care. Roanoke offers outdoor recreation, vibrant cultural attractions, and a welcoming community—perfect for travel nurses seeking work-life balance while gaining valuable neuro PCU experience. This position is ideal for Registered Nurses seeking short-term contracts in Virginia nursing jobs and travel nurse opportunities.

Ready to apply? Submit your resume, active RN license, and current certifications. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference for neuro PCU patients and their families. Join our team today—Travel Nurse RN opportunities in Roanoke, VA await!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #475055. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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