Med Surg

Medical-Surgical / Infectious Disease | Travel RN

Parkersburg, WV | 13-Week Contract | Days

This acute care unit specializes in infectious disease management, with all private rooms to support strict isolation protocols. Patients present with a wide range of diagnoses including MRSA, C-diff, COVID-19, and other infectious and communicable conditions. The unit is supported by a Charge Nurse around the clock and two CNAs per shift.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour days, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Every-other-weekend required (Days: Saturday/Sunday)
• Holiday coverage based on unit need; travelers may be expected to work
• Block scheduling available when unit needs are met
• 36 guaranteed hours per week

Clinical Details

• Patient assignment: 5–6 patients per RN (lower acuity ratios for COVID patients)
• Medications include heparin, IV antibiotics, and standard Med-Surg drips — no cardiac drip titration required
• Patients may require CPAP, BiPAP, or high-flow oxygen; respiratory therapy manages this equipment
• Remote telemetry monitoring available; RNs are not required to read or interpret strips

Float & Cancellation

• Travelers float first to other Med-Surg units; if floated to a telemetry unit, assignments are within RN skill set
• Up to 2 shifts may be cancelled per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license
• BLS (AHA) required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Strong Med-Surg and infectious disease / isolation precautions background

Orientation & Dress Code

• Orientation: one day of system training, one day with a preceptor, independent on day three
• Scrubs: royal blue; scrub jackets permitted but must be royal blue — no hoodies or non-scrub outerwear