Ortho-Neuro Med Surg RN
Parkersburg, WV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – 4N Ortho-Neuro

Location: Parkersburg, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Patient Population

• Unit: 4N Ortho-Neuro (33 beds, all private rooms)
• Patient types: Elective surgeries (hips, knees, shoulders), fractures from falls, back & neck neuro-surgeries, general MedSurg
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
• Common equipment: PCA pumps, IV fluids (no heparin or other drips)
• RNs do not titrate drips
• Remote telemetry monitored by another floor; RNs do not read strips
• Respiratory support available (CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow) managed by RTs

Schedule & Work Environment

• Shifts: 12-hour shifts (07:00–19:30 or 19:00–07:30) with a 30-minute lunch break
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun for nights; Sat/Sun for days)
• Holiday shifts may be required based on unit needs
• Floating: Required to float first to MedSurg units; may float to Telemetry with appropriate patient assignments
• Call/standby: Possible depending on contract and census
• Dress code: Royal blue scrubs; scrub jackets allowed only if royal blue, no hoodies or sweatshirts

Orientation & Training

• 1 day EPIC electronic health record orientation
• 1 day floor orientation with preceptor
• 3rd day working independently

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in West Virginia or compact license
• BLS (AHA) certification
• Experience with orthopedic patients and PCA pumps required
• Valid, unexpired driver’s license required for submission

Additional Information

• Patient Care Technicians assist with vitals, fingerstick blood sugars, activities of daily living, and Foley catheter removal
• Charge nurse coverage 24/7; night charge nurse always takes a full patient assignment
• Location offers proximity to ski resorts and outdoor activities

Experience Requirements

• Minimum years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated; must have orthopedic patient experience (implied at least some Med Surg RN experience)
• Prior travel experience: Not required or specified

This position is ideal for Med Surg RNs with orthopedic experience seeking a 13-week travel assignment in a supportive unit with a balanced patient load and a structured orientation.