Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Morgantown, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,890/weekOverview
- Start Date04/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Med/Surg Telemetry RN — Travel Nurse (Night) in Morgantown, WV. 13-week travel contract; 2+ years Med/Surg/Telemetry RN experience, ACLS & BLS required.
Join a dynamic team as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) in Morgantown, WV (zip 26505). This travel nursing job places you in a vibrant college town home to West Virginia University with scenic beauty, local dining, cultural activities, and outdoor recreation. Ideal for RNs seeking West Virginia travel nursing jobs and medical-surgical telemetry positions.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680 – $1,770 (travel nurse pay)
- Location: Morgantown, WV 26505 — West Virginia travel nursing
- Position: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Setting: 34-bed Medical/Surgical unit with telemetry
- Contract Length: 13 weeks (possible extension)
- Start Date: April 20, 2026
- Shift: Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00 – 07:30); includes weekdays and weekends (approx. 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratio: 1:5–7 (patient ratio may vary by acuity)
- Electronic Medical Record: Cerner (Cerner EMR experience preferred)
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license: active West Virginia RN or Compact RN accepted (pending license acceptable)
- Minimum 2 years recent RN experience in Medical/Surgical Telemetry (Med/Surg Tele RN experience)
- American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Minimum 2 manager or charge nurse references within the past 2 years
- Must have a permanent address greater than 100 miles from the facility (75–100 miles considered case-by-case)
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
- Ability to complete hospital orientation, competencies, and required modules prior to start
- Strong telemetry interpretation skills, IV/central line/PICC management, and experience with acute adult medical conditions
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to adults with acute medical and post-operative needs (medical-surgical RN duties)
- Monitor and manage telemetry patients, interpret cardiac dysrhythmias, and respond to rapid response and code situations
- Administer medications and blood products, manage IV therapy, central lines, and PICC lines
- Provide wound care, manage surgical drains, chest tubes, and tracheostomies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, IV team, physical therapy, and pharmacy
- Document assessments, interventions, and care plans in Cerner EMR accurately and timely
- Participate in daily huddles, patient flow management, bedside rounding, and discharge planning
- Maintain infection control practices, isolation precautions, and PPE compliance
Experience the rewarding challenge of caring for diverse adult patient populations in a supportive hospital environment. This Med/Surg Tele RN travel nursing job is a great opportunity to expand your clinical skills and advance your nursing career in beautiful Morgantown, WV.
Apply now to join our travel nursing team — submit your resume and references today to be considered for this Med/Surg Telemetry RN travel contract in Morgantown, West Virginia!
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
7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare
Pros
Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with GHR Healthcare
3 nurses found this helpful
About Morgantown, WV
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Morgantown, WV here's what you should know:- Morgantown's cost of living is slightly 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 in Morgantown are around 82°F, with winter lows around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Morgantown and can be found with relative ease.
- Morgantown is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system in place for those who prefer not to drive.
- Morgantown has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the surrounding mountainous terrain.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Morgantown.
- Morgantown offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- It has a vibrant art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in various outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Morgantown, WV
- Vibra Travels
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Morgantown, WV
- Vibra Travels
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Martinsburg, WV
- AHS Staffing
- 4x12 hrs, Nights