Med Surg RN - Medical Stroke
Parkersburg, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,167/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Med/Surg RN opportunity in Parkersburg, West Virginia for a 13-week assignment in an acute care Med/Surg and Infectious Disease unit. Parkersburg offers a welcoming community with a friendly hometown feel, scenic riverfront surroundings, and convenient access to local dining and outdoor recreation. If you are an experienced Registered Nurse who excels in fast-paced hospital nursing, isolation precautions, and compassionate patient care, this West Virginia nursing job could be a great fit.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical / Med-Surg
- Assignment Type: Travel Nursing
- Healthcare Setting: Acute Care Med/Surg / Infectious Disease Unit
- Location: Parkersburg, WV 26101
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts
- Schedule: Weekends as scheduled; every other weekend required
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,930 - $2,030
- Charting System: EPIC
- Float Requirement: May float to other Med/Surg units as needed
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg or acute care nursing experience
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- EPIC experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Strong knowledge of Med/Surg nursing, infection control, and isolation precautions
- Ability to care for patients with infectious disease, COVID-19, MRSA, C. diff, and other isolation needs
- Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment and adapting to changing unit needs
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to a diverse Med/Surg patient population
- Provide care for patients requiring isolation and infectious disease precautions
- Administer medications and IV therapies per plan of care and unit protocols
- Monitor patient status, document assessments, and update care plans in EPIC
- Collaborate with charge nurses, CNAs, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Support unit flow and flexibility by floating to other Med/Surg areas when needed
- Maintain professional communication, accountability, and a patient-first approach
Why This Travel Nursing Opportunity
- Competitive weekly pay for a travel RN job in West Virginia
- Opportunity to work in an acute care hospital setting
- Ideal for experienced Medical-Surgical nurses seeking a rewarding assignment
- Supportive team environment with patient-focused care
Apply now to join a healthcare team in Parkersburg, WV and take the next step in your Med/Surg travel nursing career.
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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