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 : 12 / 08 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Ortho-Neuro position with EPIC experience and orthopedic patient care skills in an acute care setting.
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Position is in a 33-bed Med / Surg Ortho-Neuro unit in an acute care hospitalPatient population includes elective orthopedic surgeries (hips, knees, shoulders), fractures from falls, back and neck neurosurgeries, and general Med / Surg casesNurse-to-patient ratio is 1 : 612-hour day shifts with rotating weekends and holiday coverage requiredUse of EPIC EMR is requiredTravelers are required to float to other Med / Surg units as needed; appropriate assignments given if floated to TeleRemote telemetry monitoring available if needed but RNs are not required to read stripsPCA pumps and IV fluids are managed on the unit; no titration of heparin or other dripsCPAP, BiPAP, and High Flow oxygen equipment managed by respiratory therapyProvide nursing care for post-surgical orthopedic and neuro patients as well as general med / surg patientsSupport staff typically includes patient care techs to assist with ADLs and vitals; staffing varies by censusCharge nurse present 24 / 7; night charge nurses maintain a full patient assignmentDress code requires royal blue scrubs; jackets, if worn, must be royal blue scrub jacketsUnit orientation consists of one day EPIC training and one day on the floor with a preceptorTravelers are the first to float when requiredNo call or standby required, but low census call-offs may occurTravelers must work every other weekend and may be scheduled for holidays based on unit needsCandidates who have worked previously at any WVU Medicine location must have a 2-year break before reapplyingNo local travelers permitted per facility rule\n \n Requirements\n
Active WV or compact RN license requiredMinimum of 2 years RN experience, with specific experience caring for orthopedic patients and using PCA pumpsCurrent AHA BLS certification requiredEPIC charting experience requiredMust provide an unexpired copy of driver's license for considerationNo BSN required\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-640964. 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 - Orthopedics
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.