Travel Med Surg RN - $2,182 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring telemetry strip reading skills and a WV or compact RN license.

• Work in a 21-bed Med/Surg unit within an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes CHF, COPD, DM, HTN, post-op ortho, and lap chole cases
• Maintains a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio, which may occasionally increase to 1:6
• Frequent telemetry patients, with nurses responsible for reading their own strips
• Utilizes CPAP respiratory equipment
• Charge nurse and house supervisor do not take patient assignments but assist with admissions and discharges
• Team nursing model supported by Patient Care Techs at a 1:5 ratio (occasionally 1:7-8)
• Uses EPIC EMR system
• 12-hour day shifts with weekends as needed
• No floating, on-call, or standby requirements
• No holiday coverage required
• Block scheduling allowed as available but not guaranteed

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS
• BSN not required
• Dysrhythmia reading skills required
• EPIC EMR experience helpful, with training available if needed
• Unexpired driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med/Surg unit with a diverse case mix
• Any color scrubs permitted
• First day includes meeting with HR and EPIC training if needed
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify for travel pay rate, as local candidates are not accepted
• Cancellation policy allows for 2 shifts per 13-week contract
• Travelers who previously worked at this facility as permanent staff are not eligible to return in a travel role
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are limited to one year of cumulative work within the WVU system before requiring a 2-year break
• All candidates interview directly with the unit manager

American Traveler Job  #P-742850. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.