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

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Roanoke, Virginia, 24014!

Job Title: RN Surgical PCU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Hours Experience: Vent experience required License: Active RN license Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Epic charting experience required Description: POSITION: RN Surgical PCU The surgical progressive care unit functions as a stepdown from general surgical intensive care. The unit specializes in bariatric surgery and provides backup support to the trauma unit. The ratio of patients to nurses is typically 1:5, with a staffing goal of 1:4. The unit has two beds specifically for chronic trach patients. Nurses are responsible for cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including dysrhythmia interpretation and management. IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care are required clinical skills. Nurses will provide ventilator care for patients with chronic tracheostomies. Medication administration includes cardiac drips but does not require titration. Respiratory support involves using nasal cannulas, oxygen administration, CPAP, and BiPAP. Participation in rapid response and code team activation is expected. Knowledge of isolation precautions and telemetry settings is necessary. Telemetry monitoring takes place remotely, with monitors remaining on the unit. Nurses may be required to float within their skill set to other units as needed. The unit has interdisciplinary support from various specialties, including physical therapy and respiratory services. Candidates should be prepared to work one holiday per 13-week contract.

About Cynet Health

Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

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

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