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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/22/2026
- 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: Jun 22, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 3
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical position at a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital, requiring Epic proficiency and active VA or Compact RN license.
Details- Medical Surgical unit in a large, Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center (adult and pediatric) academic teaching hospital in Roanoke, VA
- Adult acute care patient population including elective back surgeries, trauma, prostate cancer, gallbladder, and cellulitis cases
- Patient ratio of 1:6
- Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
- One holiday shift required per 13-week contract
- Floating within skillset required
- May be required to work in a charge nurse or preceptor capacity
- Epic charting system experience required
- Active Virginia state or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
- Current BLS certification required
- Proficient Med/Surg nursing experience, including familiarity with Rapid Response and Code team protocols
- Skilled in peripheral line care and management, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oxygen administration, and isolation precautions
- Epic EMR experience required
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Valid driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
- The hospital is a certified stroke center affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, University of Virginia, and Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, recognized for nursing excellence for over 20 years
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates are accepted
- All RTO, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of consideration
American Traveler Job ID #P-714263. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg
About American TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $1,787