Travel Med Surg RN - $2,182 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring a WV or compact RN license and 2+ years of experience.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit (5S) within a Level 2 trauma hospital
• Patient population includes CHF, cardiac cath, chest pain, pneumonia, chronic renal disease, COPD, ortho, and oncology cases (chemo administered by perm staff)
• Typical patient ratios of 1:5-6, occasionally up to 1:7 depending on acuity
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a)
• Every-other-weekend requirement (Sat/Sun)
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff
• Charge nurse present on every shift; night charge nurse takes patients
• CNAs available on the unit
• Telemetry monitoring used (Phillips); RNs must be able to read and interpret strips
• RT in-house 24/7 manages ventilators, CPAP, and BiPAP; RNs perform aerosols for non-vented patients and EKGs
• IV team available house-wide until 10pm weekdays and 3:30pm weekends
• In-house pharmacy 24/7 using Accudose
• Possible floating to Critical Care with med/surg or stepdown-type patient assignments
• Floor-specific orientation includes 1-2 shifts with a preceptor

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BSN not required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips
• Copy of unexpired driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med/Surg unit including telemetry monitoring, aerosol treatments, and EKGs
• Royal blue scrubs required
• False nails are not permitted
• Manager is open to accommodating shift preferences and block scheduling requests
• Described as a very traveler-friendly unit
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius to be eligible for travel positions (local candidates not accepted)
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than one year without taking a 2-year break
• All candidates interview directly with the unit manager

American Traveler Job  #P-743377. 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.