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:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med Surg/Inpatient Rehab RN for a 13-week night shift contract requiring an active VA or Compact RN license and Med Surg/Rehab experience.

• 33-bed adult Med Surg unit (no telemetry) within an inpatient rehab/med surg setting
• Patient ratios of 1:6, may flex up to 1:7
• Common patient 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 scheduling block
• Required to float to nearby facility med surg units (11W, 10W, 9W, and 5W) as needed
• EPIC charting experience preferred

• Active Virginia State or Compact RN license required; single-state license from a non-compact state accepted only if pending
• BLS certification required
• CRRN certification preferred
• CPI Blue certification highly preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN 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
• Charge nurse experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care including cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Perform IV therapy and phlebotomy as part of patient care duties
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract, with 2 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 of the facility are not accepted, with limited exceptions for those living 50-99.9 miles away for a single 13-week assignment with no extension eligibility
• Previous employees must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
• Facility does not allow travelers to return after having worked 365 days on assignment, regardless of separation period, with case-by-case exceptions reviewed by leadership

American Traveler Job  #P-772689. 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.