Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/10/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in an acute care overflow unit, requiring a WV or compact RN license and med/surg experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital setting on a 30-bed Medical Surgical overflow unit
- Patients include those with CHF, COPD, cellulitis, cholecystitis, appendicitis, pneumonia, urosepsis, and acute kidney injury
- Typical RN-to-patient ratio is 1:6 to 1:7
- 12-hour night shifts with weekend shifts as scheduled
- Telemetry monitored remotely by dedicated techs
- Candidates may float as needed based on census, with external travelers floating first
- Uses Epic EMR system
- Nurse aides (PCTs) are present to support the care team
- Charge RN works an assignment alongside staff
- No call or standby requirements
- May float to other units as census requires
- Scrub color requirement is navy blue
- Return applicants must have a two-year break from previous WVU Medicine employment
- Travelers are limited to one year of cumulative assignments within WVU Medicine, after which a two-year break is required
- First-time travelers are considered
Requirements
- Active WV or compact RN license
- Minimum 2 years recent Medical Surgical RN experience
- Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications
- Must be comfortable titrating heparin drips based on aPTT results
- Must live more than 50 miles from the facility—no local travelers allowed
- A copy of an unexpired driver's license is required for consideration
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-627397. 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
About American Traveler
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.
