Med Surg RN
Richmond, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift CRPU position requiring 2 years of hospital experience and an active compact RN license.

Details

• Med/Surg unit (CRPU) with 25 beds
• Patient ratios of 5-6 patients per nurse
• Patient population includes cardiac, pulmonary, renal, and GI cases
• Night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Uses Baxter pumps for equipment
• Documentation via Expanse EMR system
• Scheduling includes every other weekend and holiday coverage or hard-to-fill shifts with Monday/Friday availability
• Floating to other Med/Surg units as needed

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a hospital setting required
• Current BLS and NIH Stroke certifications required
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care on a well-rounded Med/Surg unit caring for a variety of patient conditions
• Bedside shift report required for all patients regardless of mentation or contact status
• Must return to unit within 24 hours if high-risk documentation (e.g., restraints) is not completed
• RNs assist LPNs with first admission assessments and plan of care documentation
• Dress code requires all navy or all white scrubs with badge worn above the waist
• Unit has director and manager offices on the floor with a hands-on management style
• Resource nurse support available for new processes and procedures on both day and night shifts
• Charge nurse duties are not expected of travelers due to adequate staffing
• Many travelers extend their contracts due to positive unit culture and experience
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months