Travel 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:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU (Medical-Renal) position requiring VA or compact RN licensure and Epic charting experience.

• PCU (Medical-Renal) unit in a teaching hospital setting
• Night shift schedule of 3x12 hours (6:45pm-7:15am)
• Patient ratio of 1:5 with adult and geriatric population
• Unit specializes in Hospitalist Medicine patients with renal and other medical diagnoses, including one bed dedicated to chronic vent patients
• Serves as an alternative unit for gastrointestinal, pulmonary, and other surgical or procedural patients covered by hospitalists
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract (two holidays during winter holiday period)
• Required to float within skillset
• Epic charting experience required

• Active VA or Compact RN license required (single-state license from non-compact states may be accepted pending)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required, 2 years preferred
• Experience in PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown settings required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and cardiac drip management (without titration)
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care required
• Respiratory support skills including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management required
• Experience with rapid response/code teams and isolation precautions required
• Previous charge experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care within a Level I Trauma Center (adult and pediatric) and certified stroke center
• Work within a Magnet-designated hospital recognized for nursing excellence
• Hospital is affiliated with multiple academic medical institutions
• First-time travelers welcome to apply if they have experience at a large facility
• Local candidates accepted
• Previous employees must have a minimum one-year separation 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 in advance

American Traveler Job  #P-759817. 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.