Travel Med Surg Oncology RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/07/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 7, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg-Oncology RN for a night shift position requiring an active WV or compact RN license and at least 2 years of acute care experience.

• 36-bed Post-Op/Oncology/Tele unit in an acute care, Trauma Level 2 hospital
• Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:5-6
• Patient population includes general Med/Surg, post-op cases (lap chole, lap appy), and oncology patients with complications such as neutropenic precautions, pneumonia, or infections
• Permanent staff administer chemotherapy; frequent chest tube management including PleurX catheters for oncology patients
• Occasional psychiatric patients requiring 1:1 sitter supervision
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) with every-other-weekend rotation (Sat/Sun)
• Required to work holidays as part of the standard rotation with perm staff
• Floats to any Med/Surg or Tele unit as needed
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Titrates Heparin drips only; no cardiac drips administered
• Phillips telemetry monitors used; RNs must independently read and interpret strips despite central monitor tech support
• 24/7 charge nurse coverage, with night shift charge nurse taking a patient assignment
• 3 CNAs staffed on both day and night shifts

• Active RN license (WV or Compact) required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Acute care hospital experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification is a plus
• Experience with PleurX chest tubes is highly desirable
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips required
• Copy of unexpired driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care including chest tube management and monitoring of oncology and post-surgical patients
• Royal blue scrubs required; false nails are not permitted
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates will not be considered
• Returning 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 cumulative year without taking a 2-year break

American Traveler Job  #P-749576. 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
- Oncology

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.