Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN for a night shift position on a Medical Stroke unit requiring at least 2 years of experience and WV or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit specializing in medical stroke care
• Unit flexes up to 35 beds with an average daily census of 26-28 patients
• Typical patient ratio of 1:5-6 with support from 3 PCTs
• Cares for patients with COPD, pneumonia, abdominal pain, occasional surgical overflow (thyroidectomy), and stroke cases post-TPA or lower acuity
• Uses EPIC EMR system
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekends as scheduled

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• BSN not required for this position
• EPIC EMR experience highly preferred
• NIHSS certification or stroke experience a plus
• Travel nursing experience highly preferred
• Unexpired copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care for medical stroke and general med/surg patient population
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify as a traveler
• Facility allows client to cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week assignment
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are limited to a cumulative one-year work period within WVU facilities before requiring a 2-year break
• All candidates interview directly with the unit manager
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-752431. 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

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.