Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Clinical Observation Unit | Lynchburg, VA

Explore a Travel Med-Surg RN opportunity in Lynchburg, Virginia, supporting adult observation patients in a collaborative teaching-hospital environment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse who values teamwork, patient education, and high-quality care. Lynchburg offers a welcoming community in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with historic neighborhoods, scenic outdoor recreation, and easy access to regional attractions.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,860–$1,960
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 13, 2027
• Schedule: Approximately 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5 to 1:6
• Weekend Requirement: Two to three weekends per month, based on unit needs
• Holiday Requirement: Work at least one major holiday during the assignment
• Orientation: Scheduled on designated Mondays

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical or Clinical Observation nursing experience
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong patient assessment, prioritization, medication administration, and clinical documentation skills
• Ability to provide a complete work history and explain employment gaps longer than 90 days
• Adaptability, professionalism, and a commitment to supporting students and new team members in a teaching-hospital environment
• Flexibility to meet weekend and holiday scheduling requirements

Travel RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult Medical-Surgical and Clinical Observation patients
• Perform focused and head-to-toe assessments, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with established standards of care
• Monitor patients throughout observation stays and support timely evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate effectively during patient handoffs
• Contribute to a supportive learning environment for students and new hires

Apply now for this Travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Lynchburg, Virginia, and join a collaborative healthcare team serving Medical-Surgical and observation patients.

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.