Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg-Rehab position requiring VA state or compact RN licensure and prior Med Surg/Rehab experience.

• 33-bed adult Med Surg unit without telemetry, focused on inpatient rehab and medical surgical care
• Patient ratios of 1:6, may flex up to 1:7
• Common diagnoses include SCVA, SCI, TBI, amputee, and multi-trauma cases
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7p-7a
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
• Must work at least one holiday per 13-week contract
• Floating to nearby facility Med Surg units (11W, 10W, 9W, and 5W) may be required
• EPIC charting experience preferred

• Active VA State or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted only for non-compact single-state license holders)
• BLS certification required
• CRRN certification preferred
• CPI Blue certification highly preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Experience in Med Surg and Rehab settings required
• Skilled in peripheral line care/management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oxygen administration and tanks, isolation precautions/PPE, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Previous charge experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care for medical surgical and rehabilitation patients including SCVA, SCI, TBI, amputee, and multi-trauma cases
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travel experience not required
• Local candidates within 100 miles are not accepted; limited exceptions apply for those living 50-99.9 miles or under 50 miles for a single non-extendable 13-week assignment
• Returning travelers must have a break of at least one year before returning as a traveler, with additional restrictions for those who have worked 365 days on assignment
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront with the application

American Traveler Job  #P-751979. 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

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.