Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• 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 Med/Surg Float Pool RN for a 13-week night shift contract requiring at least 2 years of experience and WV or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit (6N Overflow) with 30 beds
• Patient-to-nurse ratios of 1:6, up to 1:7
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekends scheduled as needed, typically half of all weekends
• Floating required based on census, with external travelers floated first
• One charge RN assigned to the floor along with PCTs for support
• Telemetry monitored remotely by monitor techs
• RNs required to titrate heparin drips based on aPTT results
• Intermittent BIPAP used; no ventilator management required
• Common diagnoses include CHF, COPD, cellulitis, pneumonia, urosepsis, AKI, and post-surgical cases (chole, appy)
• Uses EPIC EMR
• No standby or on-call requirement
• Scheduling transitioning to Qgenda system

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• BSN not required
• Valid driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med/Surg overflow unit with a diverse case mix
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify for travel pay (no local candidates)
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine facility must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than one cumulative year without 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-768846. 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 Float Pool

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.