Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $1,998 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring a VA or compact RN license and Epic experience.

• Work in a 27-bed General Medicine Unit at a teaching hospital
• Care for patients with respiratory, endocrine, cardiac, immune/infectious disease, and renal conditions
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• 36 or 48 hour weekly schedules available
• 13-week contract length
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated
• Must adhere to facility's float policy and float within scope of practice as needed
• Epic charting system experience required

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date)
• BLS certification preferred, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• BSN preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in respiratory care including chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur Evac) and tracheostomy care/management
• Experience with heparin protocols and PCA medication management
• Cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Knowledge of isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac management
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Renal failure management experience

• Provide comprehensive medical-surgical and telemetry nursing care to a diverse patient population
• Complete specialty-specific orientation modules during onboarding
• Maximum of 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract, with all time off must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Time off cannot be approved around Labor Day
• Any vacation time between sign date and start date must be disclosed to arrange an appropriate start date
• No radius rule applies to this position
• Previous UVA Health permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility
• Travelers are not eligible to return after reaching 365 total assignment days, regardless of time away

American Traveler Job  #P-746991. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.