Travel Stroke​/Neuro PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Stroke/Neuro Progressive Care Unit requiring Neuro PCU experience, VA or compact RN license, and NIHSS certification.

• Work on a telemetry PCU specializing in hospitalist medicine, stroke, and neurology patients
• Unit is a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center within a Level I Trauma teaching hospital
• Typical patient ratio is 1:5 with a staffing goal of 1:4
• Night shift schedule of 3x12 hours, 6:45p-7:15a
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Floating required within skillset across PCU, IMC, and stepdown units
• Remote telemetry monitoring with tele-sitting support for increased Patient Care Tech coverage
• EPIC charting experience required

• Active RN license (Virginia State or Compact) required, with exceptions for pending single-state licenses from non-compact states
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Neuro PCU experience required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, preferably at a hospital with 250+ beds
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Experience managing cardiac drips (Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, Ketamine) without titration
• Respiratory support skills including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Provide direct care to stroke, neuro, and hospitalist medicine patients in a fast-paced telemetry environment
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have strong experience at a similar facility, though prior travel experience is preferred
• Local candidates may be accepted depending on radius from the facility
• Previous employees must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
• Travelers who have worked 365 days on assignment are not eligible to return, regardless of separation period
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront prior to consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-760543. 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

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.