American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charleston, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 18 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 4W Med / Surg Telemetry position requiring a WV or Compact RN license and strong cardiac skills.
Responsibilities
Position is on the 4W Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit of a short-term acute care hospitalServes adult and geriatric patients with both inpatient and observation cases, including cardiac, surgical, post cath, and CVATypical nurse to patient ratio is 1 : 5, may increase to 1 : 6 or 1 : 7 in rare staffing shortagesUnit includes 39 beds, with frequent cardiac procedures and monitoringRequired to work 3x12 or 4x12 day shifts (7a-7p), every other weekend rotationFloating within scope as neededUses Cerner for electronic chartingOrientation provided every other Thursday; training modules completed before startCare for a mix of high-turnaround observation and inpatient telemetry / cardiac patientsCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a Level IV trauma, major teaching hospital environmentRequired to wear royal blue and white scrubsFree parking is available for travelersFirst-time travelers accepted if experience requirements are metHoliday time off requests limited to one major holidayCurrent or recent employees of Vandalia Health System facilities are not eligible for this assignmentRequirements
Active WV RN license or compact RN license; candidates with pending licenses may be consideredMinimum 2 years RN experience, with at least 1 year recent Med / Surg Telemetry experienceCurrent BLS / BCLS and ACLS certifications requiredProficiency with cardiac medication drips including heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine, and nitroExperience with post cardiac cath, post angiogram, PTCA requiredExperience with cardioversion, TEE, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, chest tube and central line insertion, paracentesis preferredMay not submit if former permanent employee within the last 2 yearsPermanent address must be more than 100 miles from the facility (submissions from 75-99 miles considered case-by-case)Flu shot required during flu season unless valid medical exemption is providedBenefits
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 DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-642020. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Tele
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.