Med Surg RN
Morgantown, WV
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,167/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dedicated acute-care nursing team as a Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel nursing contract in Morgantown, WV. This night-shift RN opportunity on a 22-bed medical-surgical unit offers competitive weekly pay and the chance to care for adult patients with complex infections and neurologic needs.
Nurses who are compassionate, clinically strong, and comfortable supporting patients with substance use histories will thrive in this West Virginia travel nursing assignment. Located in scenic northern West Virginia, Morgantown offers a welcoming community, access to outdoor recreation, and the energy of a vibrant college town while providing an excellent setting for your next professional adventure.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical
- Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
- Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
- Start Date: October 21, 2026
- End Date: January 20, 2027
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030
- Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
- Weekend and Holiday Coverage: As scheduled
- Unit: 10 West MedSurg; 22 private beds
- Typical Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5 to 1:6
- Charting System: EPIC
- Openings: 2
Travel Registered Nurse Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in West Virginia
- At least 1 year of professional nursing experience; medical-surgical or acute-care nursing experience preferred
- Strong neurologic assessment and clinical care experience
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to provide compassionate care for patients with complex behaviors or substance use histories
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts, including scheduled weekends and holidays
- Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and clinical judgment
Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients with acute and complex infections, including endocarditis, abscesses, septic arthritis, sepsis, osteomyelitis, and diabetic foot infections
- Perform thorough neurologic assessments and promptly communicate changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and established unit protocols
- Care for patients who may be actively using substances or experiencing withdrawal, using calm, trauma-informed, and safety-focused approaches
- Collaborate with providers, charge nurses, nursing assistants, and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate individualized patient care
- Monitor vital signs, telemetry information, laboratory results, and clinical progress
- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in EPIC
- Support activities of daily living, patient education, discharge planning, and safe transitions of care
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment for every patient
Apply now for this Medical-Surgical travel nurse opportunity in Morgantown, West Virginia, and take the next step in your 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.
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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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