Travel MS​/Tele Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• 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 an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring VA or compact RN license and Med/Surg-Tele experience.

• Float within Med/Surg, MS/Tele, and Orthopedics units, including ortho trauma and total joint replacement cases
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, three 12-hour shifts weekly (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating may be requested based on facility needs
• Epic EMR experience preferred

• Active VA RN license or compact license in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS must be through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Specialty experience within the last year required
• NIH Stroke Scale and stroke education required
• Skilled in neurological/psychiatric care, CVA management, cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Ortho trauma and total joint replacement experience preferred

• Provide nursing care across Med/Surg, Tele, and Orthopedic patient populations as part of a float pool team
• Local candidates accepted at the same base rate
• Prior permanent employees must have a 6-month gap before returning as travelers
• Keep requested time off to a minimum, ideally none, with a maximum of 7 days total during the assignment
• Candidates cannot work both travel and per diem contracts at this facility simultaneously

American Traveler Job  #P-756428. 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 Float Pool

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.