Job Opportunity – Medical Surgical/Oncology RN – West Virginia
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: Charleston, West Virginia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12 night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), rotating weekdays with every other weekend, 36 or 48-hour contract options available
Highlights:
- 29-bed Medical Surgical/Oncology unit serving adult patients with cancer, palliative care needs, urology conditions, and telemetry requirements
- Patient ratios of 5-6:1 on night shift in a Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital
- Strong candidates without oncology experience will be considered; chemotherapy administration experience preferred but not required
- Cerner EMR system with comprehensive orientation and interdisciplinary IV team support
- Skills include central line draws, port management, blood administration, PCA pumps, bone marrow aspiration assist, and Pleurx chest tube care
- Open to accommodating blocked schedule requests; limited holiday time off requests accepted
- 36 hours guaranteed per week with free parking for travelers
Requirements:
- Active West Virginia or Compact RN License (pending license accepted for submission)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- BLS certification required; ONCC/ONS certification required
- Telemetry experience and proficiency with blood administration, central lines, ports, and PCA pumps
- Two manager or charge nurse references from the past 2 years
- Permanent address must be at least 100 miles from the facility (75-99 miles considered case-by-case)
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 - March 31) unless medical exemption provided; COVID-19 vaccine not required
- Cannot have been a permanent employee at this facility within the past 2 years
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients facing oncological challenges while working in a supportive, academically-oriented environment. Join a skilled interdisciplinary team at a major teaching hospital where you'll expand your clinical expertise across medical-surgical and oncology care. The facility values work-life balance and offers flexibility with scheduling requests to help you succeed both professionally and personally.