Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Parkersburg, WV
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs
$2,130/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Stroke care in Parkersburg, West Virginia. This 13-week travel nursing job offers the chance to deliver high-quality healthcare in an acute care hospital setting, while enjoying the vibrant community and scenic Ohio River views of Parkersburg. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in stroke patient outcomes!
Med/Surg RN Job Details
- Location: Parkersburg, WV 26101 (West Virginia nursing jobs)
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: January 12, 2026 – End: April 13, 2026)
- Healthcare Setting: Acute Care – 5N Med/Surg Medical Stroke Unit
- Nursing Shift: 12-hour nights, including weekends
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Charting System: EPIC
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (open to candidates awaiting licensure)
- BLS certification (AHA required)
- Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
- Stroke patient care experience and NIHSS certification highly preferred
- Travel nursing and EPIC charting experience preferred
- Valid, unexpired driver’s license required upon submission
Med/Surg Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate nursing care to patients with stroke, COPD, pneumonia, abdominal pain, and post-surgical needs
- Monitor, assess, and document patient status using EPIC
- Administer medications and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Manage a patient load of 1:5-6, supported by 3 Patient Care Technicians
- Participate in weekend and holiday rotations
- Care for up to 35 beds, with an average daily census of 26-28
Discover the benefits of travel nursing jobs in West Virginia and grow professionally in a supportive, patient-centered environment. Apply now to join our healthcare team in Parkersburg and make a positive impact in Med/Surg stroke care!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
2 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare - PH Division
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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