Observation Unit RN - MedSurg/Telemetry
Parkersburg, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry Direct Observation Unit (2N) position requiring Epic proficiency and the ability to read and interpret cardiac strips.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting on a 21-bed Med/Surg and Cardiac Observation unit (2N), typically staffed for 18 patients
• Patient population includes pre/post cath, chest pain rule-outs on heparin drips, COPD, CHF, pacemakers, arrhythmias, and general Med/Surg diagnoses
• Average nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
• Nurse aides are available on the unit at a ratio of approximately 1:10 (sometimes 1:14–15 depending on census); aide duties include EKGs, bladder scans, fingerstick blood sugars, ADLs, and vitals
• Charge nurse present on the unit 24/7; night charge always takes a patient assignment
• Telemetry monitor techs are located on the 3rd floor; a real-time monitor is also available on the unit
• Set-rate drips used include Cardizem and Amiodarone; occasional drips include Bumex and Lasix — drip titration is not required
• Respiratory support limited to BiPAP and CPAP for supportive therapy only; high-flow oxygen is not used on this unit
• Epic EMR is used and experience is required
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Every-other-weekend requirement for travelers; weekend nights are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Travelers are typically the first to float and may be floated anywhere in the hospital, including ICU and Stepdown, within their skillset
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active WV RN license or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips required
• Experience with set-rate Cardizem and Amiodarone required
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN not required
• Valid driver's license copy required for consideration
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position

Additional Information

• Experience with TR Bands is a strong plus
• This is a high-volume, fast-paced unit that can see up to 6 discharges and 6+ admissions per day
• Orientation consists of 1 day of computer/Epic training followed by 1 day of floor shadowing with a preceptor
• Royal blue scrubs required; scrub jackets are optional but must be an actual scrub jacket — no hoodies or sweatshirts
• Holiday coverage may be required based on unit needs
• All time-off requests must be submitted upfront and included in the contract; requests made after contract start require facility approval
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a minimum 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for more than one cumulative year without taking a 2-year break