Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Parkersburg, WV
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,240/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
Description
Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2239.72
Opportunity:
RN - MedSurg/Infectious Disease
Job Details:
• 12-hour shifts available for both days (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) and nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) with a 30-minute lunch break
• Every-other-weekend requirement; weekend shifts for nights are Friday/Saturday/Sunday and days are Saturday/Sunday
• Holiday coverage may be required depending on unit needs
• Travelers will be scheduled where needed with block scheduling available based on unit needs
• Travel experience required
• EPIC experience required with charting completed in EPIC system
• Unit is an 18-bed MedSurg/Infectious Disease unit with all private rooms
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6, with 1:4 ratio for COVID patients
• Unit is typically staffed with 3-4 RNs per shift alongside 2 CNAs per shift
• Charge nurse available 24/7; night charge nurses carry a full patient assignment
• Common diagnoses include Infectious Disease, Isolation, COVID, MRSA, C-Diff, and similar conditions
• Strong knowledge of MedSurg, Infectious Disease, and Isolation precautions required
• Administer Heparin and other typical MedSurg IV medications and antibiotics; no cardiac drips required
• Patients may be on CPAP, BiPAP, or High Flow oxygen managed by Respiratory Therapy; no ventilator management required
• Remote telemetry monitored from the 3rd floor; RNs are not required to read or interpret strips
• Travelers are first to float and may be required to float to any MedSurg units
• Dress code requires Royal Blue scrubs; scrub jackets must be Royal Blue and must be an actual scrub jacket (no hoodies or sweat jackets)
• Required certification: BLS (AHA)
• Must provide an unexpired copy of candidate's driver's license upon submittal
Facility:
This acute care facility operates a dedicated MedSurg and Infectious Disease unit with 18 private rooms, emphasizing patient safety and infection control. The unit maintains 24/7 charge nurse coverage and offers comprehensive support services including remote telemetry monitoring and respiratory therapy. The facility uses EPIC as its charting system and provides a structured two-day orientation process to ensure travelers are well-prepared before working independently.
Location:
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Physicial Requirements:
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.
Employer
GHG Healthcare
Global Healthcare Group has been a leader in international allied health and nursing professional recruitment for over 18 years.
Global Healthcare Group has placed hundreds of nurses and allied health professionals across the United States. At Global Healthcare Group, we believe our success is due to the compassion, understanding, and attentiveness that go into our placement process.
About Parkersburg, WV
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Parkersburg, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Parkersburg, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- There are options for short-term rentals in Parkersburg, WV, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Parkersburg is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Parkersburg offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports on the Ohio River.
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