ER RN in Chesapeake, Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Chesapeake, VA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,620/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.58
- Weekly
- $2,620
- Yearly (full-time)
- $136,240
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $54.58/hour — 21% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia right now
- 986 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia from 6 agencies, 66 of them in Chesapeake.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $196/hour, median $57.49/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Virginia: $45.00/hour ($93,600/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($130/hour across 33 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your emergency nursing experience to Chesapeake, Virginia, for a 13-week travel contract in a hospital emergency department. As an Emergency Room Registered Nurse, you will care for patients with urgent and complex needs during 12-hour night shifts, including stroke, cardiac, and emergency medical cases. This assignment is a strong fit for an experienced traveler who is comfortable with fast-paced decision-making, Epic documentation, and the rhythm of overnight emergency care. Three- or four-shift weekly schedules may be available, with weekend and holiday coverage required during the contract. Coastal Virginia gives your days off plenty of room for outdoor exploration, from waterways and trails to nearby beaches.
Weather
Chesapeake typically offers mild, comfortable weather around this time of year, with crisp air, cool evenings, and a mix of sunny days and occasional coastal showers. It is a pleasant season for walking trails, exploring local waterways, and enjoying the nearby shoreline.
Fun Things To Do
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Chesapeake Outdoors: Hike the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and explore its trails, wetlands, and wildlife.
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Virginia Beach Day Trip: Spend the day along the oceanfront, boardwalk, and nearby coastal attractions.
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Norfolk Day Trip: Visit the waterfront, museums, restaurants, and cultural attractions in this nearby city.
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Waterway Adventure: Kayak, paddleboard, or take a boat outing across Chesapeake’s many waterways.
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Local History: Explore historic sites and neighborhoods throughout the Coastal Virginia region.
Job Specifics
City and State: Chesapeake, Virginia
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 48 hours per week
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