Job Description

Job Description

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Richmond, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med/Surg Trauma Unit Jobs in Richmond, VA\n

\n Advance your nursing career as a Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on the 4 Front Medical Trauma Unit in Richmond, VA (zip code 23225). This high-demand healthcare job offers the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art, 36-bed medical-surgical unit at a top Virginia medical center. Richmond is a thriving city known for its vibrant arts, historic neighborhoods, and scenic parks—making it an ideal location for your next travel nursing assignment.\n

\n\nMed/Surg LPN Job Details\n

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• Location: Richmond, VA 23225 (Virginia healthcare jobs)\n
• Unit: Medical-Surgical, Trauma Unit (4th Floor)\n
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract\n
• Start Date: September 8, 2025\n
• End Date: December 8, 2025\n
• Shift: 12-hour days (07:00-19:00)\n
• Hours per Week: 36\n
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend\n
• Dress Code: Navy scrubs\n
• EMR System: Meditech\n
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1150 - $1230\n

\n\nLPN Qualifications\n

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• Active LPN or LVN license (Virginia or compact state)\n
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification\n
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a medical-surgical or trauma nursing setting\n
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills\n
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care\n
• Preferred: Experience with trauma, telemetry, and complex wound care\n

\n\nLPN Responsibilities\n

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• Provide direct patient care to a diverse medical-surgical and trauma population (patient ratio 5-6:1)\n
• Collaborate with RNs, patient care technicians, and department assistants as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team\n
• Monitor and document patient status using Meditech electronic medical record (EMR) system\n
• Operate clinical equipment including remote telemetry, vein finder, bladder scanner, EKG machine, Doppler, Hoyer Lift, glucometer, pulse oximeter, scales, and wound vac\n
• Assist with specialized care: complex wound management, blood product administration, pain management, and management of tubes and drains (NG, PEG, feeding tubes, surgical drains, chest tubes)\n
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients and staff in the medical-surgical unit\n

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Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career with this rewarding LPN job in Richmond, Virginia!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:

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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #419198. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

 

Our Methodology

 

Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Immediate start, Shift work, Weekend work,

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