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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit night shift position requiring ventilator care experience and a VA or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a general PCU hybrid unit with 10 PCU beds and 2 ICU beds
• Care for vent and trach-dependent patients and those with DKA, COPD, sepsis, overdose, and chronic respiratory or renal failure
• Typical patient ratio is 1:5
• Ventilator care for chronic trach and vent patients required
• 3x12 hour night shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.
• Weekend requirement is either every other weekend or 6 shifts in a 6-week block
• Charting is done in EPIC and prior experience is required
• Remote telemetry is utilized and tele sitting increases Patient Care Tech coverage
• Floating to other units within skillset may be required
• Must be able to activate Rapid Response and Code teams as needed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Locals are accepted for this position
• RTO and special scheduling requests must be included at time of application
• May be required to provide care in both PCU and ICU-level settings as needed

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted for non-compact single-state holders)
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• Ability to provide IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
• Demonstrated competence in ventilator care, including for chronic trach patients
• Experience with medication administration, including cardiac drips (no titration)
• Proficiency in non-invasive airway management and respiratory support
• Experience with isolation precautions and telemetry in PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown units
• EPIC charting experience required
• Two professional references needed for consideration

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-647952. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

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