Travel Ortho Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Acute care Med/Surg/Ortho unit in a Level 1 trauma hospital
• 22-bed unit with patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Orthopedic patient population including joint replacements and fractures
• Telemetry monitoring present on unit, though RNs are not required to read strips
• RNs not required to titrate drips
• Respiratory therapy equipment (CPAP, BiPAP, high flow) used as needed
• CNAs available at a ratio of 1:7-8, with charge nurse coverage 24/7
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Night shift schedule, Friday/Saturday/Sunday 7p-7:30a
• Every other weekend or 2 weekend shifts per schedule required
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Possible floating to 7E, 7W, 10W, and 10E units
• 36 guaranteed hours per week over a 13-week contract

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Total joint replacement experience required (fracture-only experience not sufficient)
• Strong orthopedic nursing background required
• BSN not required
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide an approved medical/religious exemption
• Valid, unexpired driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care to orthopedic patients including joint replacement and fracture cases
• 1-2 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation provided
• Royal blue scrub color required per dress code
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate (100 miles for Princeton Community Hospital)
• Previous permanent staff must have a 2-year break before returning as a traveler
• Previous travelers who completed a full year at this health system must take a 2-year break before returning
• Travelers may not work within this health system for longer than one year without taking a 2-year break
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-766046. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.