RN Ortho-Neuro Med Surg
Parkersburg, WV
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

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 RT)

Required Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) certification
• Valid West Virginia RN license or compact RN license
• Experience with orthopedic patients and PCA pumps required
• EPIC electronic medical record experience required
• Must submit an unexpired driver’s license with application

Work Schedule & Staffing

• 12-hour night shifts: 1900–0730 (with a 30-minute lunch break)
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun for nights)
• Holiday shifts assigned based on unit needs; travelers may be expected to work holidays if permanent staff coverage is insufficient
• Floating required to other MedSurg units; if floated to Telemetry, assignments will be within skillset
• Travelers are first to float
• Charge nurse available 24/7; night charge nurse always has a full patient assignment
• Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) assist with vitals, fingerstick blood sugars, ADLs, and Foley catheter discontinuation; typically 2-4 PCTs depending on staffing

Orientation & Dress Code

• Orientation: 1 day EPIC training, 1 day floor orientation with preceptor, then independent on day 3
• Dress code: Royal blue scrubs; scrub jackets allowed only if royal blue (no hoodies or sweatshirts)

Additional Notes

• Travelers may be called off for low census depending on contract specifics
• Time-off requests should be noted during prescreening
• No charge nurse or house supervisor duties required for travelers

This position offers an opportunity to work in a scenic area with access to outdoor activities and cultural experiences.