OR RN
Wheeling, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,491/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care343 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring at least 2 years of operating room experience and a WV or compact RN license.
Details
- Operating room unit within an acute care hospital setting, 15 suites handling 55-70 cases per day
- Patient population includes all surgical procedures with same day and overnight stays
- Day shift schedule of 8s or 10s, with hours such as 6-2, 7-3, 8-4, or 9-5
- Occasional midnight shifts may be required to support operational demands
- Rotating weekend requirement including one 8-hour shift (7-3 Sat or Sun) and one 24-hour on-call shift
- 1-2 secondary on-call shifts per schedule (24-hour call from 7A-7A)
- Call response time of 30 minutes required
- Floating required to the OR holding area
- Currently uses Sunrise EMR, transitioning to EPIC
Requirements
- Active WV or compact RN license required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of operating room nursing experience required
- Strong IV skills required
- Surgical care knowledge and robotics experience required
- Preop scrubbing required for RNs
- Unexpired driver's license copy required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide perioperative nursing care in a surgical center/preop environment
- Scrubs provided by the facility
- Unit and department-specific orientation provided for the surgical center/preop area
- Must reside within 50 miles of the facility, no local travelers accepted
- Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
- Travelers are limited to working within WVU for no longer than one year cumulatively before requiring a 2-year break
Facility
Wheeling Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Wheeling Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 343 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Wheeling, WV
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Wheeling, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wheeling, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 83°F and lows around 62°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 38°F and lows around 21°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Wheeling, WV, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Wheeling is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wheeling has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wheeling offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- The city has a rich art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can find recreational activities such as golfing and hiking in the beautiful outdoors.
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