Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, 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, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg-Orthopedics night shift position requiring strong ortho and total joint replacement experience, with an active WV or compact RN license.
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Work in an acute care hospital Med / Surg-Ortho unit with 22 bedsPatient population includes orthopedic cases such as joints, replacements, and fracturesTypical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 : 5-6Night shift schedule : 12-hour shifts, Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday, 7 : 00pm–7 : 30amRequired to work every other weekend or two weekend shifts per scheduleHoliday coverage rotation is requiredPossible floating to 7E, 7W, 10W, and 10E unitsUnit uses Epic EMRCharge nurse present 24 / 7 and three CNAs per shiftRoyal blue scrubs requiredMain duties involve caring for post-operative orthopedic patients and monitoring recoveryRNs are not required to titrate drips or read telemetry stripsOrientation includes 1-2 shifts on the unitHoliday coverage is shared within the unit rotationReturning candidates must have had a two-year break from any WVU Medicine location to be eligibleTravelers are not permitted to work in the system for more than one year without a two-year breakLocal candidates within 50 miles are not eligibleFirst-time travelers are accepted\n \n Requirements\n
Active WV or compact state RN licenseCurrent BLS certificationMinimum 2 years of RN experienceStrong orthopedic experience required, including total joint replacementsExperience caring for orthopedic patients with joints, replacements, and fracturesMust live at least 50 miles from the facilityCOVID-19 vaccination required unless a medical or religious exemption is approvedMust provide an unexpired driver's license for consideration\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-641142. 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.