TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Bridgeport, West Virginia, 26330!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry Float Pool
Location
Bridgeport, WV | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care as a float pool RN across MedSurg and Telemetry units, with primary assignment to high-census units; may float to additional units including Critical Care based on need
- Care for patients with diagnoses including CHF, chest pain, cardiac catheterization, pneumonia, COPD, chronic renal disease, orthopedic conditions, and oncology (travel RNs will not administer chemotherapy)
- Monitor, read, and interpret cardiac telemetry strips independently; must pass a facility cardiac rhythm exam prior to assignment
- Manage patient loads of typically 1:5–6; occasional higher acuity adjustments may apply based on patient census and acuity
- Collaborate with CNAs, charge nurses, monitor techs, and respiratory therapy; manage CPAP and BiPAP patients in coordination with RT
- Participate in every-other-weekend scheduling (Saturday/Sunday) and rotate through the holiday schedule alongside permanent staff
Required Qualifications
- Active and unencumbered RN license valid in West Virginia
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Must successfully pass a facility cardiac rhythm exam prior to starting assignment
- Ability to read and independently interpret telemetry strips
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; a copy of an unexpired driver's license is required with all submissions
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in a MedSurg/Telemetry or float pool setting
- Familiarity with Philips telemetry monitoring systems
- Experience caring for cardiac, oncology, or orthopedic patient populations
Why Join Us
- Float pool assignment offers exposure to a variety of patient populations and clinical settings within a well-supported, multi-unit environment with charge nurse coverage and CNA support on every unit
- Structured onboarding with 1–2 preceptor shifts and a designated parent unit to help travelers acclimate to the float pool model