Med Surg RN
Parkersburg, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,167/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Med/Surg Registered Nurse travel job in Parkersburg, WV—join a busy acute care Medical/Surgical and stroke-focused unit for a 13-week assignment with strong teamwork and great weekly pay.
Parkersburg, WV 26101 offers a welcoming small-city atmosphere with scenic river views, local dining, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it a comfortable and appealing place to call home during your assignment.
Job Details
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,930-$2,030
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights, weekends as scheduled
- Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Setting: Acute care Med/Surg unit
- Location: Parkersburg, West Virginia
- Start Date: September 4, 2026
- End Date: December 4, 2026
- Charting System: EPIC
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg or acute care nursing experience
- BLS certification from the AHA
- Experience with stroke patients preferred; NIHSS is a plus
- EPIC experience and prior travel nurse experience highly preferred
- Ability to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced inpatient setting
- Willingness to work nights and weekends as scheduled
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to Med/Surg and stroke-focused patients
- Monitor patient status, assess changes, and communicate updates to the care team
- Administer medications and treatments according to established standards of care
- Support patients with a variety of conditions, including COPD, pneumonia, abdominal pain, and occasional surgical overflow
- Collaborate with nursing assistants and interdisciplinary team members to promote quality outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC and uphold unit workflow standards
- Respond effectively to changing patient needs in a busy acute care environment
Apply now for this Med/Surg RN travel nurse opportunity in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and join a supportive healthcare team today.
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
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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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