PCU Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Roanoke, VA | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $1,960 - $2,063
  • Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:45 - 07:15)
  • Start Date: 10/12/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks

Are you a dedicated PCU Registered Nurse looking for an exciting contract opportunity? Join a leading acute-care hospital in Roanoke, VA, where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This facility is known for its commitment to nursing excellence and advanced specialty care.

POSITION: RN - Neuro PCU

SCHEDULING DETAILS AND CHARTING

  • Shift hours: 3x12s, 18:45 - 07:15
  • Charting: EPIC experience required
  • Weekend Requirement: May be EOW or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
  • RTO, Block & Special Scheduling Requests: ALL requests must be included with the submission.
  • Call off Policy: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks.
  • Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract.
  • Accept First-Time Travelers: Yes
  • Locals Accepted? Radius Rule: Yes. Refer to the Submittal Instructions for radius rule criteria.
  • Pending License Accepted: Yes, only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state. Otherwise, submission must include an active Virginia State or Compact RN/LPN license.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

  • ACLS / BLS / NIHSS

REQUIRED CLINICAL SKILLS

  • Cardiac monitoring and emergency response (dysrhythmia interpretation/management, Rapid Response/Code teams)
  • IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central/peripheral line care
  • Medication administration, cardiac drips (no titration)
  • Respiratory support (nasal cannula, O2 admin, non-invasive airway management)
  • Rapid Response; Isolation precautions

UNIT DETAILS AND FLOATING

  • Ratios: 1:4-5 (Please confirm traveler is comfortable with a 1:5 ratio)
  • Patient population: Adult patients with neurological conditions
  • Includes 5 dedicated beds for continuous 24-hour epilepsy monitoring
  • Care includes neurosurgical recovery, stroke management, neuro-specific diagnoses, and medical overflow
  • Floating: Traveler will be required to float to units within their clinical skillset

HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

This facility is a 703-bed acute care teaching hospital and the flagship facility of a well-respected healthcare system. It is the region's only Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated for nursing excellence, and affiliated with a prestigious medical school. The hospital features advanced specialty care, a dedicated children's hospital, and is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center providing comprehensive stroke care, including 24/7 neurointerventional coverage and advanced endovascular procedures.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and join a team that values excellence in patient care, apply today!