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:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Stroke/Neuro Progressive Care Unit position requiring a VA or compact RN license and prior Neuro PCU experience.

• Stroke/Neuroscience telemetry PCU within a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center
• Patient population includes hospitalist medicine, stroke, and neurology patients
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 with a staffing goal of 1:4
• Remote telemetry monitoring with tele sitting used to increase Patient Care Tech coverage
• Day shift schedule of 3x12 hours, 6:45am-7:15pm
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week schedule block
• Floating required within skillset across PCU, IMC, and stepdown units
• EPIC charting experience required

• Active Virginia State or Compact RN license required (single-state license accepted only from non-compact states pending)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, preferably at a hospital with 250+ beds or a larger facility
• Neuro PCU experience required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Experience managing cardiac drips without titration, including Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, Lidocaine, and Ketamine
• Experience with respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Provide telemetry nursing care to stroke, neurology, and hospitalist medicine patients
• Participate in rapid response and code team activities as needed
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract, with two holidays required during winter holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas/Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve/New Year's Day)
• Christmas RTO requests cannot be approved
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront with application
• First-time travelers will be considered, though prior travel experience is preferred
• Previous employees (per diem or permanent) must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates may be accepted; radius requirements apply and may affect pay rate or assignment eligibility
• Facility is a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated, and a teaching hospital affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

American Traveler Job  #P-759815. 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.