Travel Med Surg​/Inpatient Rehab 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:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg and Rehab unit requiring a VA or compact RN license and at least one year of relevant clinical experience.

• 33-bed adult Med Surg/Inpatient Rehab unit with no telemetry
• Patient ratios of 1:6, flexing up to 1:7
• Common diagnoses include SCVA, SCI, TBI, amputee, and multi-trauma cases
• 3x12-hour day shifts, 7a-7p
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week block
• Required to float to nearby facility Med Surg units (11W, 10W, 9W, and 5W) as needed
• EPIC charting experience preferred

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

• Provide nursing care to Med Surg and Inpatient Rehab patients with complex diagnoses including stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and multi-trauma
• Must work at least one holiday per 13-week contract, with two holidays required during winter holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas/Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve/New Year's Day)
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 100 miles are not accepted, with limited exceptions for candidates living 50-99.9 miles or under 50 miles who may be considered for a single 13-week assignment with no extension eligibility
• Previous employees (per diem or permanent) must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
• Travelers who have worked 365 days on assignment are not eligible to return, subject to case-by-case review by facility leadership

American Traveler Job  #P-759866. 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.