Travel Med Surg Neuro RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Neuro RN for a 30-bed Neurosurgery and ENT acute care unit requiring BLS, NIHSS certifications and Epic experience.

• 30-bed Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery acute care unit
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• 13-week assignment
• Every other weekend required
• Must work 2 out of 3 winter holidays
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated or guaranteed
• Floating required in accordance with the facility's float policy

• Active VA or compact RN license required, pending license accepted (must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date)
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• BSN preferred
• Experience with neurological patient populations including CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line and PICC line management, and peripheral line care
• Cardiac monitoring and telemetry experience
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience administering IV insulin, heparin, and PCA medications
• Experience with feeding tube care and management
• Two professional references required

• Provide medical-surgical nursing care to neurosurgery and ENT patients, including pre- and post-operative management
• Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed for emergency situations
• Maximum 40 hours of requested time off (RTO) per 13-week contract, must be disclosed at time of submission
• Christmas RTO cannot be approved
• Any vacation time planned between sign date and start date must be disclosed to arrange an appropriate start date
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have at least 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this limit is reached
• Specialty-specific modules must be completed during orientation
• First-time travelers are not required to have prior travel experience for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-759825. 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
- Med/Surg
- Neuro

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.