Medical-Surgical RN
Wheeling, WV
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,155/weekOverview
- Start Date07/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The location is in Wheeling, West Virginia. This Medical Surgical Floor (MS) position involves providing care for patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, cellulitis, R/O, chole, appendicitis, pneumonia, urosepsis, and AKI. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The role is for a Charge Nurse with a minimum of two years of experience in a similar setting. The schedule includes 12-hour night shifts, with weekends scheduled as needed and typically half of the weekends worked.
Job Details:
- Position: Charge Nurse in Medical Surgical Floor
- Schedule: 12-hour nights, weekends as scheduled, transitioning to Qgenda
- Required Qualifications: BLS (AHA), NIHSS; minimum of 2 years of experience; location in West Virginia; candidates must bring their license on the first day.
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a similar acute care setting is preferred.
- Float: Float rotation may be required based on census, with external travelers being the first to float.
- Additional Information:
- There is one charge RN on the floor with an assigned patient load.
- Nurse aides (PCTs) are present on the unit.
- RNs are not required to titrate heparin drips based on APTT results.
- No ventilator support; intermittent BIPAP is used.
- Telemonitoring is in place, monitored remotely by techs.
- Scrub color is navy blue.
- The position adheres to a 2 shifts per 13-week contract cancellation policy.
- EPIC charting system is used.
- No BSN, Licenses, or Trauma Level required for this position.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Wheeling, WV
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Wheeling, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wheeling, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 83°F and lows around 62°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 38°F and lows around 21°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Wheeling, WV, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Wheeling is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wheeling has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wheeling offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- The city has a rich art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can find recreational activities such as golfing and hiking in the beautiful outdoors.
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