Travel Medical-Surgical Overflow RN - $2,182 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Med/Surg travel contract in Wheeling, WV, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and rotating day/night shifts.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg unit in a hospital setting (30-bed unit)
• Common patient diagnoses include CHF, COPD, cellulitis, pneumonia, urosepsis, AKI, and post-surgical cases (appendectomy, cholecystectomy)
• Patient ratio of 1:6-7; candidates must be comfortable with a 1:7 ratio
• Telemetry is present on the unit and monitored remotely by monitor techs
• Intermittent BiPAP used; no ventilators on the unit
• Heparin drip titration based on aPTT results is required
• RNs are supported by PCTs on the unit; one charge RN on the floor carries an assignment
• 12-hour day/night rotating shifts
• Scheduling managed through Qgenda
• Weekends required as scheduled, typically every other weekend
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Travelers are floated first based on census needs
• Epic EMR used in this position
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Comfortable with 1:6-7 patient ratios, up to 1:7
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Any licensing issues or hits must be disclosed at time of consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a minimum 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for more than one cumulative year without taking a 2-year break
• Navy blue scrubs required
• 2 references required for consideration: 1 supervisor reference and 1 peer or additional supervisor reference (e.g., Charge RN); if the candidate worked a permanent position in the last 12 months, one supervisor reference must be from that facility
• A skills checklist completed within the past year is required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-708730. 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

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.

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