Travel Med Surg​/Telemetry 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:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Neuro unit requiring NIHSS certification and strong neurological nursing experience on night shift.

• 13-week assignment on a 20-bed Neuro Med/Surg unit (14 floor beds)
• Acute care hospital setting with a patient population including neurosciences, DBS, stroke, seizures, surgical/post-op spines, and neurological disorders
• Floor patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Nurse aides available with 1:7-10 ratios, 3 per shift
• Charge Nurse coverage 24/7
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week guaranteed
• Weekend rotation required (every other weekend or 3 weekend shifts per schedule)
• Holiday rotation coverage expected
• Floating may be required to 7E, 7W, 7NE, or 10E first, then elsewhere in the hospital as needed
• Telemetry monitoring present on unit; RNs document verification of monitor tech strip readings in Epic rather than reading strips themselves
• RT available 24/7 to manage floor vents; vent experience not required
• Titration typically managed by physician order or step-down protocols
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• NIHSS certification required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Strong overall neuro nursing experience required, including proficiency with G-tubes
• Recent EPIC EMR experience required
• BSN not required

• Provide direct nursing care to neurological and post-surgical spine patients on a busy Med/Surg unit
• Document verification of telemetry monitor tech strip readings within EPIC
• One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
• Dress code: any combination of white and royal blue scrubs
• Must be flexible with scheduling, including possible 3 shifts in a row (not guaranteed)
• Candidates must disclose any background check findings at time of consideration
• Radius rule: must live more than 50 miles from most WVU facilities (100 miles for Princeton Community Hospital) to be eligible as a traveler
• Previous WVU Medicine travelers must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work cumulatively within WVU system for longer than one year without a 2-year break
• Former permanent staff at Princeton Community, Potomac Valley, and Garrett Regional are not eligible to return as travelers

American Traveler Job  #P-780606. 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
- Neuro

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.