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:
  
  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 an experienced Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring prior travel experience and EPIC proficiency.

• Acute care Med/Surg/Infectious Disease unit with 18 private isolation rooms
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6, or 1:4 for COVID patients, typically staffed with 3-4 RNs per shift
• Cares for patients with infectious diseases, isolation precautions, COVID, MRSA, and C-Diff
• Unit uses EPIC for charting
• No cardiac drips, but manages Heparin and other typical Med/Surg IV medications and antibiotics
• Remote telemetry monitoring from a separate unit; RNs are not required to read or interpret strips
• Supported by a 24/7 Charge Nurse and 2 CNAs per shift
• 12-hour night shifts from  with a half-hour lunch break
• Every-other-weekend requirement, with Friday/Saturday/Sunday night shifts
• May be subject to low census call-off depending on contract terms
• Travelers float first and may be assigned to any Med/Surg unit, or to Tele units within their skillset

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Strong knowledge of Med/Surg and infectious disease/isolation precautions required
• Unexpired driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care for a wide range of infectious disease and isolation cases
• Unit orientation includes 1 day of EPIC training followed by 1 day with a preceptor on the floor
• Royal blue scrubs required; scrub jackets optional but must be true scrub jackets in royal blue with no hoodies or sweat-jackets
• Holiday coverage may be required depending on staffing needs
• Travelers must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former WVU Medicine travelers must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work within WVU Medicine for more than a cumulative year without taking a 2-year break
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-772622. 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.