Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,859 per week in Roanoke, VA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Roanoke, VA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,859 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 4 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Job Title: RN Stroke/Neuro PCU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: PCU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred License: Active RN license required Certifications: ACLS BLS NIHSS Must-Have: Epic experience required Neuro PCU experience Description: This position involves working in a telemetry PCU specializing in the care and management of patients. The primary patient population includes stroke and neurology patients. Charting experience in EPIC is essential. The staffing ratios are typically 1:5. The facility's staffing goal is 1:4. The unit operates in accordance with standard isolation precautions and telemetry settings. Emergency response and the interpretation/management of dysrhythmias are critical components of this role. The RN will be responsible for IV therapy and medication administration, including cardiac drips (without titration). Patients may require respiratory support, including nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management. The position requires occasional floating within the skillset to other units. Weekend coverage is mandatory, either every other weekend or a total of six weekend shifts in a six-week scheduling block. Working on holidays is also a requirement. Candidates will be expected to manage IV drips such as Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, and others. Support services include physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy, among others. The patient population is primarily adults and geriatrics, with an average daily census of 25. The unit is designed for interdisciplinary support and collaboration.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam