Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Morgantown, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,890/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Registered Nurse needed in Morgantown, West Virginia for a 13-week Med/Surg Telemetry assignment with competitive weekly pay, 12-hour night shifts, and a collaborative acute care team. Join a busy adult medical-surgical unit and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive hospital environment.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry RN
- Setting: 34-bed adult med/surg telemetry unit
- Location: Morgantown, WV 26505
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680 - $1,770
- Start Date: ASAP
- Charting System: Cerner
- Orientation: 12 hours
- Weekend Coverage: 3 weekend shifts per 4-week scheduling period
- Patient Ratio: 1:5-7
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse Job
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia or a Compact state; pending license accepted for submission
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- AHA-issued certifications preferred where applicable
- Experience in Medical-Surgical nursing and telemetry patient care strongly preferred
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting
- Permanent address must be at least 100 miles from the facility; candidates 75-100 miles may be considered case by case
- Minimum 2 manager and/or charge nurse references from the past 2 years required
- Required documentation must be submitted by the stated deadline
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care to adult med/surg and telemetry patients
- Monitor patient status, interpret telemetry, and respond appropriately to changes in condition
- Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and perform routine nursing interventions
- Support patients with a variety of acute medical conditions in a collaborative care setting
- Work closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, PT, and rapid response resources
- Maintain accurate documentation in Cerner and follow established unit workflows
- Participate in shift huddles, patient flow support, and safe handoff communication
- Promote a positive, team-oriented environment while maintaining high standards of nursing care
Why Choose This Travel Nursing Opportunity?
- Competitive travel RN pay
- Supportive med/surg telemetry team
- Scenic Morgantown, West Virginia location with access to outdoor recreation
- Excellent opportunity for experienced Med/Surg nurses seeking healthcare jobs in West Virginia
Apply now to take the next step in your travel nursing career and join this Med/Surg Registered Nurse opportunity in Morgantown, WV.
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.
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About Morgantown, WV
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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.
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