Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Location

• Charleston, WV

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Day shift, 12-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a Medical Surgical/Oncology unit for adult patients battling cancer, palliative care, and related family education.
• Manage a unit with 5:1 patient ratio during day shifts, including telemetry, central line draws, blood administration, PCA pumps, and port management.
• Assist with chemotherapy administration and other advanced clinical skill requirements, with flexibility to float within scope as needed.
• Adhere to safety and certification protocols, including BLS and oncology-specific certifications, ensuring compliance with hospital policies.
• Support patient education and family communication, and assist with complex procedures such as bone marrow aspirations and chest tube management.

Required Qualifications

• Valid WV or Compact RN license (pending license acceptable).
• Minimum of 2 years' RN experience in a similar setting.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience with telemetry, Central Line draws, blood product administration, PCA pumps, and other clinical skills listed.
• Ability to work day shifts (11:00 AM – 11:00 PM) with every other weekend required.
• Reliable transportation and adherence to travel radius policies.
• Covid vaccination documentation (flu shot required, Covid not mandatory).

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience administering chemotherapy is preferred but not required.
• Ability to complete required modules prior to start and demonstrate compliance with hospital protocols.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to work collaboratively within a busy, teaching hospital environment.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a major Level IV Trauma Center with a focus on Oncology and Medical Surgical nursing.
• Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality patient care within a renowned teaching hospital.
• Supportive environment with flexible scheduling and professional growth opportunities.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must have at least 2 years of RN experience, with proper licensure and certifications.
• Travel and license compliance are mandatory; documentation must be complete prior to start.
• Candidates must not have returned as a traveler to this facility within 2 years of permanent employment.
• Position involves working within a 100-mile radius of Charleston, WV, with some consideration for candidates slightly outside this range based on experience and approval.