Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Stroke/Neuro PCU position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet‑designated teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA, requiring Epic proficiency and neuro PCU clinical experience. Requirements Active Virginia state or Compact RN license; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single‑state license from a non‑compact state Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Neuro PCU clinical 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 Medication administration experience including cardiac drips Respiratory support skills including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non‑invasive airway management Familiarity with isolation precautions and telemetry settings across PCU, IMC, and stepdown environments Two professional references required for consideration Copy of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration Responsibilities Work in a Stroke/Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a large acute care facility with over 700 licensed beds, designated as a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet facility, and teaching hospital affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Unit specializes in the care of hospitalist medicine patients including stroke and neurology patients, and is a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center Night shift: 3x12‑hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM; 4x12 schedules available upon request Typical patient ratio is 1:5 with a staffing goal of 1:4 IV drips managed include Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low‑dose Dopamine/Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, and Ketamine (no titration required) Remote telemetry monitoring is in place, with tele sitting implemented to support Patient Care Tech coverage Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6‑week scheduling block Must work one holiday per 13‑week contract Floating required within skillset Epic EMR experience required 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 upfront The facility reserves the right to call off 1 shift per 2‑week period Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non‑taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts Job ID: P-725555 Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr