Travel RN MedSurg Post Surgical

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Post-Surgical night shift position at an acute care hospital in West Virginia, requiring at least 1 year of experience and a valid WV or compact RN license.

• Acute care hospital setting on a 27-bed Med/Surg Post-Surgical unit (Level
  7)
• Patient population includes post-op orthopedic (knee/hip/shoulder replacement, hip fractures), GU (TURBT, TURP, bladder biopsy), general surgery (hemicolectomy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair), and cath lab patients (post-peripheral interventions, dialysis cath insertions)
• Night shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM (12-hour shifts) with a 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:5 (max
  6) on day shift; 1:6 (max
  7) on night shift
• Charge nurses are present on each shift; night charge may carry a small assignment of 2–3 patients
• Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) are available on the unit: 3 on day shift, 2 on night shift
• Telemetry strips are interpreted by monitor techs on another unit and faxed to Level 7 for RN review — RNs are not required to read their own strips
• Respiratory therapy manages CPAP/BiPap and administers breathing treatments; RNs apply high-flow oxygen as patient condition warrants; no vents on this unit
• Every other weekend required
• May be asked to participate in the holiday rotation on a rotating group schedule
• Floating may be required on a rotating basis to other MS, MS-Tele, or IMC units for lower-acuity patients
• Standby (early dismissal) may be assigned during low census periods; no on-call requirement
• Charting system:
  Cerner
• 13-week contract

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Experience with blood transfusions, wound vac changes, and PCA pumps required
• Ability to manage Heparin drips per protocol required
• A copy of an unexpired driver's license is required for consideration
• Any licensing hits must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

• Responsibilities include wound vac changes, blood transfusions, PCA pump management, and Heparin drip titration per protocol
• Orientation consists of 1 day with a unit educator followed by 1–2 days with a preceptor
• Navy blue or white scrubs required; scrubs are not provided
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are not permitted to work within the WVU system for more than one cumulative year without a 2-year break
• No block scheduling or self-scheduling; set schedules are established with staff and adjusted for vacations and holidays as needed

American Traveler Job  #P-680095. 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

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.