Travel PCU RN - $2,038 per week

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: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Stroke/Neuro Progressive Care Unit position requiring a VA or Compact RN license and prior Neuro PCU experience. Details Work in the Stroke/Neuro PCU (12 West) of a large acute care hospital Telemetry PCU specializing in hospitalist medicine, stroke, and neurology patients Unit is part of a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center Typical patient ratio of 1:5 with a staffing goal of 1:4 Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45pm-7:15am Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week block Floating required within skillset to PCU, IMC, and stepdown units Remote telemetry monitoring with tele sitting used to support Patient Care Tech coverage EPIC charting experience required Requirements Active VA or Compact RN license required, unless coming from a single-state non-compact state where a pending license may be accepted Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Prior Neuro PCU experience required Skilled in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care Experience managing cardiac drips including Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, and Ketamine (titration not required) Skilled in respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management Experience with isolation precautions and telemetry settings Additional Information Provide direct patient care to stroke, neurology, and hospitalist medicine patients on a telemetry PCU Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period Must work one holiday during the 13-week contract; Christmas RTO cannot be approved All RTO requests must be submitted prior to consideration First-time travelers welcome to apply, though travel experience is preferred Local candidates accepted Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated teaching hospital affiliated with a school of medicine American Traveler Job ID P-749108. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.