Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Roanoke, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: Either every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday during the 13-week contract
• Charting System: EPIC experience required
• Patient Ratio: 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Unit Type: Adult acute care unit managing patients with elective back surgeries, trauma, prostate cancer, gallbladders, cellulitis
• Floating: May be required to float within skillset
• Additional Roles: RN may be required to serve as charge nurse and preceptor
• Accepts: First-time travelers and local candidates within radius rules

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum of 1 year of medical-surgical nursing experience, with recent experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience in charge nurse roles
• Experience working with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Proficient in non-invasive airway management
• Experience using EPIC charting system

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years (valid within 1 year of start)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Education Verification: Highest earned degree verification required
• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Immunizations/Health Requirements:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (updated annually)
  • TB questionnaire required for all candidates
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Seasonal flu vaccination documentation or signed declination form (masking required if declined)
• Fit Testing: Respirator fit test within 1 year, updated annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Photo for Badge: Professional photo required with plain background (no selfies or filters)
• References: Two clinical references required (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Employment Application: Complete application or resume required
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually

Additional Notes

• Facility allows one call-off shift per 2-week period
• All scheduling requests (RTO, block, special) must be submitted with application
• Candidates must provide a valid driver’s license or state ID with an address within the allowed radius (less than 100 miles from facility) within 48 hours of signing
• Orientation manual review required prior to start (not required for inpatient RNs)
• State police search completed onsite on first day of orientation for certain candidates; no pre-start action required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma Center with Magnet designation, recognized for nursing excellence.