Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,236 per week in Weirton, WV

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Weirton
Posted on: January 23, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Weirton, WV Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,236 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Weirton, West Virginia, 26062! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Medical Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1 year License: RN License Certifications: BLS Must-Have: - 1 year of nursing experience Description: Unit has a 50-bed capacity. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:5-7 on days and 1:6-8 on nights. Required certifications include BLS and a valid RN License. Candidates can take a PCT class to become a PCT or have a CNA certification. Common patient diagnoses include pneumonia, UTI, altered mental status, GI bleed, alcohol withdrawal, and falls/weakness. Experience in titrating drips is needed, with exceptions noted for cardiac drip titration. Common titratable and set rate drips include heparin, bumetanide, and furosemide. There is a charge nurse on each shift who may take patient assignments based on staffing. The unit employs nurse aids/patient care techs, with an average ratio of 1:10-12. Job duties include taking vitals, performing blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, applying heart monitors, assisting with bathing, feeding, toileting, and positioning patients. Respiratory therapy administers breathing treatments and manages respiratory equipment; nurses are typically responsible for monitoring this equipment. There are tele-monitor techs who oversee the telemetry, and nurses are not expected to interpret telemetry strips. Shifts for RNs are 7 PM to 7 AM, with no self-scheduling or block scheduling available. Travelers are expected to be flexible with scheduling. Every other weekend and holiday rotation may be required. There is no on-call or standby requirement. Floating may occur to other medical/surgical or intermediate care units based on patient needs. Registered Nurses are required to wear navy blue scrubs. The charting system used is from Cerner Corporation. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is not required for this position. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. If you have a sense of adventure, travel nursing provides the opportunity to explore different cities, states, or even countries. You can immerse yourself in new environments and enjoy diverse landscapes and recreational activities. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 28997995EXPTEMP

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