Med Surg
MedSurg / Infectious Disease RN — Night Shift | Parkersburg, WV
Contract: 13 weeks | Start Date: November 16, 2026
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | Guaranteed Hours: 36/week
About the Unit
This MedSurg/Infectious Disease unit specializes in the care of patients requiring strict isolation precautions. All rooms are private, and the patient population includes those with COVID-19, MRSA, C. diff, and a broad range of other infectious disease diagnoses. A Charge Nurse is present 24/7; the night charge nurse carries a full patient assignment.
Clinical Scope
- IV medication management including Heparin and standard MedSurg drips; no cardiac drip titration required
- Respiratory support (CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow oxygen) managed in coordination with Respiratory Therapy — no ventilator management
- Remote telemetry monitored off-unit; RNs are not required to read or interpret strips
- CNA support: 2 per shift
Schedule & Requirements
- Every-other-weekend required; night weekends are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Holiday coverage based on unit need
- Travelers are first to float and may be assigned to other MedSurg units; tele float assignments stay within demonstrated skillset
- Block scheduling available when unit needs are met
Qualifications
- Active RN license (West Virginia or compact)
- BLS (AHA) required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Strong MedSurg and infectious disease background with solid knowledge of isolation precautions
Dress Code: Royal blue scrubs; scrub jackets only (no hoodies or sweatshirts)
Orientation: Two days of structured onboarding followed by independent practice on day three.