Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/24/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg RN with travel experience and strong knowledge of infectious disease and isolation precautions for 12-hour night shifts.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in an 18-bed Medical Surgical/Infectious Disease unit with all private rooms in an acute care hospital setting
• Typical patient ratios are 1:5-6, or 1:4 when caring for COVID patients
• Patients include those with a wide range of infectious diseases, isolation requirements, COVID, MRSA, C-Diff, and similar diagnoses
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00pm-7:30am) with every other weekend required
• Remote telemetry monitored from another floor; RNs do not interpret rhythm strips
• Float required to all Med/Surg units and, if floated to Tele, patients will be assigned within skillset
• Uses Epic EMR system, with one day of Epic training as part of orientation
• Two CNAs are staffed per shift to support nursing care
• No cardiac drips, vents, or advanced respiratory support; possible use of CPAP, BiPAP, or High Flow managed by respiratory therapy
• Travelers are first to float on the unit
• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients requiring various infection control precautions
• Unit is typically staffed with 3-4 RNs per shift and has 24/7 charge nurse coverage, with night charge nurses carrying full patient assignments
• Required to wear royal blue scrubs; if a jacket is worn, it must be a royal blue scrub jacket (no hoodies or sweat-jackets)
• Orientation includes one day of Epic training, one day on the floor with a preceptor, and the third day as a solo nurse
• Block scheduling may be allowed if it meets unit needs
• Holiday shifts may be assigned depending on permanent staff availability
• First time travelers are not eligible for this assignment

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active WV or Compact RN license required upon submission
• Minimum of 2 years recent Med/Surg RN experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience is required
• Current AHA BLS certification required
• Strong knowledge in Medical/Surgical nursing, infection disease, and isolation precautions required
• Must be able to provide an unexpired copy of driver’s license for consideration
• Must reside at least 50 miles away from the facility; local travelers are not accepted
• Cannot have worked within WVU Medicine in the last 2 years; no former perm staff from certain facilities allowed
• Travelers may not work at any WVU facility for more than a cumulative year without a 2-year break

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-634323. 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: Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Permanent employment, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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