Med Surg

Medical-Surgical RN – Long-Term Antibiotic / Infectious Disease Unit

Morgantown, WV | 13-Week Contract | Nights

This acute care unit specializes in long-term IV antibiotic therapy and infectious disease management. Patients present with complex conditions including endocarditis, osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, abscesses, sepsis, and diabetic foot infections. Many patients have underlying substance use histories, and comfort working with this population — including those actively using or in withdrawal — is essential for success in this role.

Shift Details

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekends and holidays as scheduled
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week

Clinical Environment

• All private rooms; general acute care (not required to be step-down trained)
• Portable telemetry monitoring; nurses are not required to read or interpret strips
• Drip titration performed by physician order only
• Charge nurses carry a reduced patient load of 2–4 patients
• Clinical assistants support with vitals, fingersticks, and ADLs

Requirements

• Active RN license (WV or compact)
• BLS (AHA) required
• Strong neurological assessment skills required
• Experience managing complex patient behaviors related to substance use strongly preferred
• BSN not required

Orientation

• 1–2 preceptored shifts on the unit
• Standard orientation and POCT validation documentation provided

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 2 shifts canceled per 13-week assignment

Candidates should be prepared to discuss their comfort level and approach to caring for patients experiencing substance use challenges during the screening process.