Travel Med Surg Ortho​/Neuro RN - $2,182 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• 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 Ortho/Neuro night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and NIHSS certification.

• Acute care setting on the 4 North Ortho/Neuro Med/Surg unit
• 21-bed unit with 7 private and 7 semi-private rooms
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6 for both day and night shifts
• Common diagnoses include total joints, spine surgeries, occipital burr holes, seizures, craniotomies, brain stimulator patients, and traction for hip fractures
• Also supports Med/Surg overflow patients
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Telemetry monitored remotely; travelers must have basic arrhythmia knowledge to recognize fatal rhythms but are not required to read strips
• IV drips limited to Heparin or Protonix (no titrating or cardiac drips)
• Supports patients on BiPAP, CPAP, and High Flow
• 24/7 in-house Hospitalist, RT, and Pharmacy support with Omnicell system
• No dedicated IV team (B-Braun)
• Charge Nurse coverage 24/7
• PCTs support nursing staff
• Night shift schedule with 12-hour shifts (7p-7:30a), 4 shifts per week
• Every other weekend required (nights work Fri/Sat/Sun; days work Sat/Sun)
• Rotating holiday coverage based on unit staffing needs
• Floating required to any Med/Surg unit, excluding ED and Behavioral Health

• Active WV or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• ACLS certification preferred
• BSN not required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Unexpired copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Must disclose any background check hits at time of consideration

• Provide direct patient care for orthopedic and neurological patients including post-surgical monitoring and traction care
• Complete floor-specific orientation consisting of one shift with a preceptor along with EPIC and Net Learning Modules
• Scrub color is navy blue with navy or white jacket, white or navy undershirt; natural hair color required and tattoos must be covered
• Attendance history will be discussed during the interview process
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel pay rate; no local travelers accepted
• Candidates cannot have worked as a WVU Medicine traveler within the past 2 years
• Travelers are limited to 1 cumulative year within the WVU system before requiring a 2-year break
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-741598. 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
- Orthopedics

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.