Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,197 per week in Roanoke, VA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Roanoke, VA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,197 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/9/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Roanoke, Virginia, 24014! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Intensive Care Unit / Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required License: Active RN or LPN license (single-state license from a non-compact state accepted if pending) Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - EPIC charting experience - Comfort with floating across all ICU and PCU units Description: Position: RN- ICU/PCU Float. Candidates must be comfortable working in all ICU and PCU units. Scheduling details include three 12-hour shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Charting is done using EPIC. Staffing needs may cause the traveler to float 2-3 times per shift, up to every 4 hours. Weekend requirement consists of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week scheduling block. One holiday must be worked per 13-week contract. First-time travelers are accepted. Local candidates must meet a radius rule. Requests for time off, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be included with submission. The facility may call off one shift per two weeks. Required clinical skills include: - IV therapy: arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration - Respiratory support: BiPAP and CPAP management, ventilated patient care - Medication administration: continuous IV sedation and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips - Wound care: surgical wounds with drains or wound vacs - Cardiac monitoring: dysrhythmia interpretation and management - Endocrine/metabolic: IV insulin protocol adherence Experience at a large Level 1 or Level 2 facility is required, with a preference for candidates with more than 2 years of experience. Average patient ratios in the PCU are 5:1 and in the ICU are 2:1. This facility is an acute care teaching hospital and is a Magnet-designated institution for nursing excellence. It features advanced specialty care and is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center. Additional details on staffing and scheduling include a need to be flexible in floating during both day and night shifts. Care for adult and geriatrics is provided, with interdisciplinary support available from various services. Patient care involves management of specific medical conditions and procedures, including the use of specialized equipment. Required skills also include management of dysrhythmias and adherence to infection prevention protocols. Candidates must agree to work at least one holiday per 13-week assignment, with additional considerations for winter holidays. Returning travelers may be subjected to specific policies regarding eligibility after prior assignments. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Confront diverse medical cases that challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your professional growth and expertise. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29177505EXPTEMP

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