Med/Surg Tele | Registered Nurse

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry, Chesapeake, VA

Bring your medical-surgical and telemetry nursing experience to a high-volume post-surgical unit in Chesapeake, Virginia. This 13-week travel RN contract offers overnight shifts caring for adult and geriatric patients, including urology and gynecologic surgery populations. Enjoy life in Coastal Virginia, with scenic waterways, outdoor recreation, and easy access to Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
• Unit: 6W Med/Surg Telemetry, post-surgical
• Contract: 13 weeks, January 4–April 5, 2027
• Shift: Nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Schedule options: 3 or 4 shifts per week; indicate your preferred schedule when submitting. Every-other-weekend and holiday coverage are required. Scheduling follows a shared model.
• Typical patient ratio: 1:7
• Weekly estimated pay: $1,910–$2,010

Travel RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent, relevant registered nursing experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, or a related setting.
• Active Virginia or compact RN license in hand at submission.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting.
• Ability to complete the required telemetry assessment with a score of at least 80% on the first attempt.
• Applicants must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; current address documentation is required.
• Travel nursing experience and previous charge nurse experience are preferred.
• Flu vaccination is required; medical or religious exemptions and declinations are allowed.

Med/Surg Telemetry RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric patients recovering from surgery, including urology and gynecologic procedures.
• Monitor telemetry, interpret cardiac rhythms, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
• Manage post-surgical nursing needs, including surgical drains, wound care, continuous bladder irrigation, and pain-control devices.
• Administer medications and treatments, including IV therapies and blood products, in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and use rapid response resources as appropriate.

Apply now for this travel RN opportunity in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.