Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Acute care Med Surg unit with 18 beds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:6
• Common diagnoses include COPD, CHF, total joints, hysterectomies, and general post-ops
• Telemetry present on the unit, with SCU RN monitoring and reading strips
• No drip titration required
• Charge nurse available all shifts, with house supervisor support
• Nurse aide ratios range from 1:6 to 1:9 depending on staffing
• RT equipment includes CPAP and BiPAP for patients with home-established use
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend required (Fri, Sat, Sun)
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff
• No call or standby requirement
• No floating required
• Uses MEDITECH charting system

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Travel experience preferred

• Unit orientation includes a shadow day followed by two 12-hour shifts
• No specific scrub color or dress code required
• Schedulers will attempt to accommodate time-off requests, typically granting one longer block per month
• First-time travelers may be considered given at least 1 year of experience
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify as a traveler
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine facility must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work within the WVU system for longer than 1 cumulative year without taking a 2-year break

American Traveler Job  #P-775958. 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.