Travel Med Surg Tele RN

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:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• 26-bed Acute Care Unit with a diverse patient population, primarily General Surgery and Trauma
• Post-surgical patients make up approximately 90% of the unit census, with medical diagnoses comprising the remainder
• All rooms equipped for cardiac monitoring, capnography/end-tidal CO2 monitoring, and continuous pulse oximetry
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:00), working 36 or 48 hours per week
• 13-week assignment with every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated or guaranteed
• Must adhere to facility's float policy, floating within scope of practice as needed

• Active RN license (VA or Compact)
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• BSN preferred
• Skills in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube management, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care
• IV therapy/phlebotomy skills including central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, and telemetry remote monitoring
• Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE experience
• IV insulin protocol and titration experience

• Provide post-surgical and trauma patient care within a fast-paced acute care unit
• Utilize skills in plastics/reconstructive care such as mastectomy, skin graft, and surgical drain management
• Respond to rapid response and code team activations as needed
• Manage patients with orthopedic trauma, genitourinary/renal conditions, and traumatic brain injury as applicable
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO permitted per 13-week contract, must be disclosed prior to acceptance
• Pending VA license accepted at time of consideration
• No radius rule applies to this position
• Previous UVA Health employees (permanent staff or travelers) must have a 12-month separation before returning
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-763388. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.