Med Surg

MedSurg / Infectious Disease RN — Travel Contract

Parkersburg, WV | 12-Hour Nights | 13-Week Contract

This unit specializes in medical-surgical care with a focus on infectious disease patients. All rooms are private, reflecting the unit's emphasis on isolation-based care. Common diagnoses include COVID-19, MRSA, C. diff, and a broad range of other infectious and communicable conditions. Strong familiarity with isolation precautions is essential.

Shift & Scheduling

• 12-hour nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every-other-weekend required (Friday, Saturday, Sunday for night shift)
• Block scheduling available based on unit needs
• Holiday coverage based on unit staffing needs

Clinical Details

• Patient population: Infectious disease, isolation precautions, COVID and related diagnoses
• IV medications include heparin, antibiotics, and standard MedSurg drips; no cardiac drip titration required
• Respiratory support (CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow) managed by Respiratory Therapy
• Remote telemetry monitored off-unit; RNs are not required to read or interpret strips
• Charge nurse on-site 24/7; night charge carries a full patient assignment
• 2 CNAs per shift

Float & Coverage

• Travelers are first to float; floating may occur to other MedSurg units
• Low-census call-off possible per contract terms

Orientation

• Day 1: Charting system orientation
• Day 2: Floor orientation with preceptor
• Day 3: Independent practice

Requirements

• Active RN license
• BLS (AHA) required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Charting system proficiency required
• Scrub color: Royal blue (scrub jackets must also be royal blue — no hoodies)

Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week