ED RN
Charleston, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,832/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care843 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Emergency Department RN for a Level I Trauma Center requiring 2 years of RN experience and WV or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department with 24 beds
- Patient population spans infants to geriatrics with neurological, orthopedic, psychiatric, and renal emergencies and a special focus on trauma
- High psychiatric patient volume without a separate psych area, including patient boarding of high acuity cases
- Patient ratio of 4:1
- 3x12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM, weekdays with every other weekend required
- Floating within scope required as needed to meet facility needs
- No on-call requirements
- Uses Cerner charting system
Requirements
- Active WV or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted for consideration but active license must be in hand prior to start
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, including 1 year of in-specialty ED experience
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and CPI
- Preferred experience in a Level I Trauma setting
- Skills required include IV starts and telemetry
- Minimum 2 Manager or Charge Nurse references from within the past 2 years required
Additional Information
- Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of trauma, psychiatric, orthopedic, and medical emergencies
- Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility, though those within 75-100 miles may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Former permanent employees must wait 2 years from their last date of permanent employment before returning as a traveler
- Current employees of the Vandalia Health System (including CAMC, Mon Health, Davis Medical Center, Broaddus Hospital, Webster Memorial Hospital, Grafton City Hospital, Highland-Clarksburg Hospital, and Minnie Hamilton Health System) are not eligible for this travel contract
- First-time travelers accepted if they have the required experience
- COVID vaccination status must be disclosed, with exemption requests subject to facility approval
- Flu vaccination required during flu season (October 1-March 31) unless a documented medical exemption is provided
- Orientation is held every other Thursday
Facility
Charleston Area Medical Center General Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 843 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
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 Charleston, WV
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
- Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.
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