RN: ER

Job Description:

This 13-week travel nursing assignment in Parkersburg supports a busy medical-surgical and cardiac observation unit. You will care for patients with pre- and post-cath needs, chest pain rule-outs on heparin drips, COPD, CHF, pacemakers, arrhythmias, and other medical-surgical diagnoses. The role includes reading and interpreting cardiac strips, managing set-rate Cardizem and Amiodarone, completing assessments, medications, EKGs, bladder scans, blood glucose checks, vital signs, and activities of daily living. Experience with TR Bands is a plus. The assignment follows 12-hour night shifts and may include floating to areas such as ICU or stepdown for patients within your skill set. Every-other-weekend coverage is expected for travelers.

Weather:

Parkersburg typically has crisp, cool conditions during this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and occasional rain. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Blennerhassett Island: Visit the historic island estate and enjoy a scenic trip along the Ohio River.
• Oil and Gas Museum: Explore the region’s petroleum history and local industrial heritage.
• North Bend State Park: Spend a day hiking, sightseeing, and enjoying the wooded hills and lake.
• Marietta, Ohio: Take a day trip for riverfront walks, historic sites, museums, and locally owned restaurants.
• Athens, Ohio: Enjoy a day trip featuring local shops, restaurants, arts, and nearby outdoor areas.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Parkersburg, West Virginia

Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours: 36 hours per week

Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS