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Aureus Medical Group - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Parkersburg, West Virginia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Med SurgDiscipline: RNStart Date: ASAPDuration: 12 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: Travel \nEstimated payment breakdown~$2062.00-$2206.00/wk*~$900.00-$1044.00 in weekly taxable income~$25.00/hr-$29.00/hrEstimate assumes an 12 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.~$1162.00 in non-taxable stipendActual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal/annual adjustments13 weeks - 12 hour Nights; 12 hr nights, weekends as scheduled - 36GH - BLS - First to float. Unit 1E - MedSurg/Infectious Disease (Cost Center 15)# of beds 18-Beds (All private rooms due to Infectious Diseases) Ratios 1:5-6 1:4 if Covid (Typically staffed w/ 3-4 RNs/shift) Required certifications BLS is the only required certificationCommon diagnoses/Types of patients Any & all Infectious Disease, Isolation, COVID, MRSA, C-Diff, etc. Experience or 'Must have' skills Strong knowledge in MedSurg, ID, Isolation precautions, etc. Are RNs required to titrate drips? No Cardiac DripsCommon titratable &/or set rate drips Heparin & other typical MedSurg IV medications, antibiotics, etc. Charge Nurse/House Supervisor They have a Charge Nurse 24/7. Day charge may take patients if necessary; Night charge will always take a full patient assignment.Are there nurse aids on this unit/Ratios 2 CNA's/shift RT Equipment (vents, Cpap, BiPap, etc) No vents. Could have patients on Cpap, Bipap, or High flow - managed per RT Is there tele on this unit? Monitor Techs? RNs read strips? Remote Tele from the 3rd floor w/ monitors at the desk. RN's do not have to read or interpret strips.Shifts & Scheduling 12 Hour Shifts: 0; 1 w/ a 1/2 hour lunch break.Perm staff does self-scheduling. Travelers will be scheduled where they are needed. They will allow block scheduling as long as the needs of the unit are met. Weekend Requirement Every-other-weekend. Weekend shifts for Nights are Fri/Sat/Sun; Days are Sat/Sun Holiday Requirement Holidays will depend on the needs of the unit. If they don't have enough perm staff to cover holidays, travelers would be expected to work holidays. Is there a call or standby requirement? Depending on their contract they could be called off for low census (Traveler would need to discuss the specifics w/ their recruiter if they have questions about this)Floating Requirements Travelers are the 1st to float. Floating is required to any MedSurg units. If floated to Tele they would be assigned patients w/ in skillset. Scrub Color/Dress Code Royal Blue - Scrub jackets are not required; however, if they wear a jacket it must be an actual scrub jacket & must be royal blue. No hoodies or sweat-jackets. Unit/Department specific orientation 1 Day of EPIC orientation, then 1 day of orientation on the floor with a preceptor. 3rd day on their own.Position: RNSpecialty/Modality: RN-Medical-SurgicalLicenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-RN-West VirginiaPhysical Abilities: From 50-100lbsFor the most prompt response, please APPLY ONLINE.As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services. Aureus Medical Group - Nursing Job ID #138-24-2657439. 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: RN / REGISTERED NURSE / MED SURG RN / MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSEAbout Aureus Medical Group - Nursing Rewarding Careers. Experiences of a Lifetime.\n At Aureus Medical Group®, we do more than connect you with a career opportunity. We help you create your ideal lifestyle. For more than 35 years we’ve helped healthcare professionals embark on journeys, scale mountains, and discover new spaces, places, and faces. We’re dedicated to your success, your dreams, and your adventures.\n As a travel nurse with Aureus, you'll have the whole package - outstanding benefits, one-to-one personal service, 24/7 contact, and an recruiter who specializes in your area of specialty. With thousands of available travel jobs across the country, we’re sure to have the right fit for you.\n When it comes to your career, Aureus will take you places. Let’s get started!\n