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:
  
  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 RN for a night shift position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring an active VA or compact RN license and Epic charting experience.

• Adult acute care Medical Surgical unit treating patients with elective back surgeries, trauma, prostate cancer, gallbladder issues, and cellulitis
• 1:6 patient ratios
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 6:45pm-7:15am
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week scheduling block
• Required to work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Floating required within skillset
• May be required to work as charge nurse and to precept

• Active Virginia State or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Charge experience preferred
• Proficient in Med/Surg care with experience using Rapid Response/Code teams
• Skilled in peripheral line care and management, nasal cannula use, non-invasive airway management, oxygen administration and tank use, and isolation precautions
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I or II experience preferred

• Provide Med/Surg nursing care including cardiac monitoring, emergency response, IV therapy/phlebotomy, and respiratory support
• Work within a Level I Trauma Center (adult and pediatric) at a Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted
• Radius rules apply based on distance from facility, affecting assignment eligibility and bill rate
• 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, with limited case-by-case exceptions
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront

American Traveler Job  #P-772690. 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.