Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
Location: Salem, VA
Profession: Registered Nurse
Posted: 9/16/2026
Salary: $2016/weekly
Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Days
Job Details
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical Surgical
Location
Salem, VA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Projected Start: September 7, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 36-bed Medical Surgical unit with a 1:6 patient ratio
- Care for post-operative patients, monitoring recovery and managing clinical needs
- Maintain and manage surgical drains and drainage systems
- Perform dressing changes, wound care, and related wound management procedures
- Operate unit equipment including Baxter IV pumps, Medfusion pumps, and SCDs
- Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Virginia or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
- BLS certification required — candidates without this will not be considered
- Travel nursing contract position — candidate must meet travel assignment eligibility requirements
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience caring for post-operative patients in a Med Surg setting
- Proficiency with dressing changes, wound care, and drain management
- Familiarity with Meditech EMR
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Us
- Join a well-staffed, high-performing Medical Surgical unit recognized for top patient experience scores as measured through HCAHPS
- Work alongside a collaborative team of clinical coordinators, RNs, and support staff in a structured and supportive environment
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