PCU Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit | Roanoke, VA | Contract
Quick Look
- Weekly Gross Pay: $1,833 - $1,930
- Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (06:45 - 19:15)
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
We are seeking a dedicated PCU Registered Nurse to join our team in Roanoke, VA. This contract position offers the opportunity to work in a leading acute-care hospital renowned for its commitment to nursing excellence and advanced specialty care.
POSITION: RN - Neuro PCU
SCHEDULING DETAILS AND CHARTING
- Shift hours: 3x12s, 645a-715p
- 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
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-known 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 a qualified PCU Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding contract position in Roanoke, VA, we encourage you to apply today!
