Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a RN for a Med/Surg unit position requiring 1 year of experience and a WV or compact RN license.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit with 48 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-7 on days and 1:6-8 on nights
• Common diagnoses include pneumonia, UTI, altered mental status, GI bleed, alcohol withdrawal, and falls/weakness
• RNs titrate drips such as heparin, bumex, and lasix, excluding cardiac drips
• PCTs support the unit at a ratio of approximately 1:10-12, handling vitals, BGMs, EKGs, bathing, feeding, toileting, and repositioning
• RT manages respiratory equipment including BiPap, CPap, and high flow O2, with RNs responsible only for monitoring
• Dedicated monitor tech reads telemetry strips; RNs are not required to interpret tele
• Uses EPIC charting system
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a-7p, with every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage on a rotation basis for RNs
• Floating required to other Med Surg, Med Surg-Tele, or IMC units for lower acuity patients
• No call or standby requirements
• Schedule set by manager; no self-scheduling or block scheduling

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• CNA certification or ability to complete PCT class may be applicable depending on unit needs

• Daily duties include direct patient care and drip titration excluding cardiac drips
• Unit has 2 charge nurses on day shift who also carry patient assignments; night shift charge nurse carries an assignment only if 2 are scheduled
• 1 day of educator/computer system orientation plus 1 day with a preceptor
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius to be eligible as a traveler
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are limited to a maximum of 1 cumulative year working within WVU facilities, followed by a required 2-year break
• Candidates may only be submitted to one WVU facility at a time

American Traveler Job  #P-776516. 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.