Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,318 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Weirton, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Jobs – Acute Care Assignment in Weirton, West Virginia

Advance your nursing career as a Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) with this 13-week travel healthcare job in Weirton, WV (zip code 26062). Join our supportive healthcare team in a modern acute care setting, providing exceptional clinical support to a diverse post-surgical patient population. Weirton is located in the scenic Ohio Valley, offering access to Pittsburgh and the natural beauty of West Virginia—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking rewarding nursing jobs in West Virginia.

Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Weirton, WV 26062 (West Virginia nursing jobs)
• Healthcare Setting: Acute Care, Med/Surg Level 7 – Post Surgical
• Assignment Length: 13-week travel RN contract
• Start Date: Flexible – late December or early January
• Shift: 12-hour days (7am-7pm), weekends as scheduled
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Unit Size: 27 beds
• Nurse:Patient Ratio: Days 1:5 (max 6), Nights 1:6 (max 7)
• Charting System: Cerner Soarian
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1930 - $2070

RN Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia or compact state
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
• Proficient in post-surgical care, wound vac changes, PCA pumps, and blood transfusions
• Ability to titrate heparin drips per protocol
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Copy of unexpired driver’s license required for submission

Med/Surg RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to post-surgical patients, including ortho (joint replacements, fractures), GU (TURBT, TURP, bladder biopsy), and general surgery (hemicolectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair)
• Monitor and document patient status, administer medications, and manage IVs and drips per protocol
• Perform wound care, blood transfusions, and operate PCA pumps
• Collaborate with patient care technicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Participate in rotating weekend and holiday schedules
• Float to other Med/Surg or IMC units as needed
• Adhere to unit policies, including dress code (navy blue or white scrubs)
• Utilize Cerner Soarian for electronic documentation

Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding travel RN job in Weirton, West Virginia!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #433363. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

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