Travel ContractMedical-Surgical Registered Nurse
$1,894-2,407/week
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Martinsburg, West Virginia
Berkeley Medical Center
$1,894-2,407/weekPosted 2 hours ago
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MedSurg Nurse - 5th Floor (Martinsburg, West Virginia)
Contract Details
- Length: 13 weeks
- Unit: MedSurg - 5th Floor
- Beds: 35 (can increase up to 42; includes 9 semi-private & 17 private rooms)
- Shifts: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) for both day and night
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Holidays: Expected to work as needed based on unit needs
- Floating: May float to any MedSurg unit except Emergency Department or Behavioral Health
- Orientation: 1-2 shifts with a preceptor on the floor
Required Certifications & Skills
- Certifications: BLS (AHA) required; ACLS preferred
- EMR: EPIC
- Basic Arrhythmia Knowledge: Must recognize fatal rhythms (no nurse’s read strips)
- IV Drips: Only IV gtts for Heparin or Protonix; no titrating or cardiac drips
- Ventilator Experience: Bipap, Cpap, High Flow
- Tele Monitoring: Yes, monitored remotely
Staffing & Support
- Charge Nurse: 24/7 coverage
- Respiratory Therapist: 24/7 coverage
- Pharmacy: In-house 24/7 with Omnicell system
- IV Team: None available
Patient Population & Common Diagnoses
- Wide variety including:
- Altered mental status
- Some cardiac patients (no active chest pain)
- Renal patients
- Cancer patients
- Stroke overflow (CVA)
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Appendectomy (appy)
- Chest tubes
- Wound care (dressing changes done by wound nurse on days)
Work Environment & Policies
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5-6 on both shifts
- Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs or white jacket; undershirt white or navy; natural hair color only; tattoos must be covered if excessive or distasteful
- Scheduling: Use Kronos for schedule requests; requests entered 2 weeks in advance for 4 weeks at a time; block scheduling allowed if in contract (nights usually scheduled in blocks)
- COVID-19 Vaccine: Fully vaccinated required (2 Moderna/Pfizer shots or 1 J&J); medical or religious exemptions require approval
Experience Requirements
- Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard MedSurg experience expected
- Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required
Note: Candidates must disclose any background issues at time of submission and provide an unexpired driver’s license.
Facility
Berkeley Medical Center
3.7rating(25 reviews)
2 nurses recommend working with Berkeley Medical Center
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- Short Term Acute Care
- 172 beds
ADDRESS2500 Hospital DriveMartinsburg, WV 25401
View more detailsAbout Martinsburg, WV
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Martinsburg, WV here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 24°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local real estate agencies and online platforms.
Transportation
- Car friendliness is high, as Martinsburg is primarily a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
- Martinsburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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