Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Parkersburg, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Med / Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Contract – Parkersburg, WV
Advance your nursing career as a Med / Surg Telemetry RN Float in Parkersburg, West Virginia (zip code 26101). This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in diverse inpatient settings—including ICU, Step-down, and Medical / Surgical units—while experiencing the welcoming community and scenic charm of Parkersburg. Join our healthcare team and discover rewarding opportunities in West Virginia nursing jobs.
Key Job Details
Job Title : Med / Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (Float Pool)
Location : Parkersburg, WV 26101
Employment Type : Travel Nursing Contract
Contract Duration : 13 weeks (Start : 11 / 2 / 2025 – End : 2 / 1 / 2026)
Shift : 12-hour nights (7 : 00pm – 7 : 30am), weekends as scheduled
Guaranteed Hours : 36 per week
Estimated Weekly Salary : $1990 - $2130
Float Pool : All inpatient units (ICU, Step-down, Med / Surg) based on competency
Charting System : EPIC
Scrub Color : Royal Blue
Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active RN license in West Virginia or compact state (required for travel nurse jobs)
Minimum 1 year of recent Med / Surg nursing experience; Step-down experience preferred
BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
Competency to float to ICU, Step-down, and Med / Surg units
Experience with titrating drips in step-down areas
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Copy of unexpired driver’s license required upon submission
Nursing Responsibilities
Provide high-quality patient care across multiple inpatient units
Float between Med / Surg, Step-down, and ICU units as assigned
Monitor and manage cardiac, ortho / neuro, surgical, and medical patients
Titrate and manage common drips (Heparin, Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and others) in step-down areas
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including nurse aides and monitor techs
Read and interpret telemetry strips
Utilize CPAP and BiPAP equipment; ventilator management in ICU
Participate in unit-specific orientation (3-4 shifts)
Work every other weekend and holidays as scheduled
Apply now to join our healthcare team in Parkersburg, WV and take the next step in your travel nursing career!
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 : www.ghrhealthcare.com
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 #427844. 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 Tele
About Planet Healthcare
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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.
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Travel Nurse Rn Med Surg Telemetry • Parkersburg, WV, United States