```htmlJob Opportunity – Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse – West Virginia
Start Date: ASAP
Location: West Virginia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12 night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, weekdays and weekends
Highlights:
- 13-week contract with possible extension opportunities
- 34-bed acute medical-surgical unit with daily census of 25-30 patients
- Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-7
- Cerner EMR system
- Diverse case mix including post-surgical care, wound management, cardiac monitoring, and neurological conditions
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
Requirements:
- Active RN license (West Virginia or Compact state license required)
- Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (all through American Heart Association)
- Proficiency with Cerner charting system
- Two manager or charge nurse references from the past two years
- Permanent address at least 100 miles from the facility location
- Reliable attendance is essential; facility maintains strict attendance expectations
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a collaborative medical-surgical team that values teamwork, compassion, and evidence-based practice in a fast-paced acute care environment. This unit offers exposure to a wide variety of patient diagnoses and complex care situations, providing excellent professional growth opportunities. The nursing staff embodies respect and professionalism while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to the community.
Additional Information:
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
- COVID-19 vaccine not required
- Unit accommodates schedule requests when possible but cannot guarantee blocked scheduling
- Skills include management of chest tubes, tracheostomy care, wound vac, BiPAP/CPAP, post-operative care, dysrhythmia interpretation, and much more
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