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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 3
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro PCU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring Epic proficiency and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
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Night shift position working 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
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Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a large acute care teaching hospital
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Adult patient population with neurological conditions including stroke, neurosurgical recovery, and neuro-specific diagnoses
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Unit includes 5 dedicated beds for continuous 24-hour epilepsy monitoring
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Care also encompasses medical overflow patients
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Patient ratio of 1:4–5
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Weekend requirement: every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
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Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
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Floating required to units within clinical skillset
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Epic EMR experience required
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Active VA state or Compact RN license; pending license accepted only if candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
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Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
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Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and participation in Rapid Response/Code teams
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Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
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Skilled in medication administration and cardiac drips (non-titrating)
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Respiratory support experience including nasal cannula, O2 administration, and non-invasive airway management
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Comfortable working at a 1:5 patient ratio
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Two professional references required for consideration
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Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
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Position is located at a 703-bed Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
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Hospital is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center with 24/7 neurointerventional coverage and advanced endovascular capabilities
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Block scheduling can be accommodated; all RTO and special scheduling requests must be submitted at time of consideration
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Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period
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First-time travelers are welcome to apply
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Local candidates are accepted
