Travel Nurse RN - Direct Observation Unit - $2,182 per week in Parkersburg, WV

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Parkersburg
Posted on: January 8, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Direct Observation Unit Location: Parkersburg, WV Agency: Mindlance Health Pay: $2,182 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified DOU RN in Parkersburg, West Virginia, 26101! ID: 74984969 Shift: 12H Nights Epic Experience, weekends as needed Description: Unit Notes:*ALL SUBMITTALS MUST INCLUDE A UNEXPIRED COPY OF THE CANDIDATES DRIVES LICENSE* Unit2N - Medsurg and cardiac Observation (Cost center 32) Beds21-Beds - Usually staff for 18RatiosAverage ratios 1:6Required CertificationsBLS & ACLS are both requiredCommon diagnosis / Types of patientsPre/post Cath, CP rule-outs on heparin drips, COPD, CHF, pacers, arrhythmias, as well as any MedSurg dxExperience or 'Must have' skills"RN's must be able to read strips & have experience with set-rate Cardizem & Amiodarone. Experience with TR Bands would be a huge plus! PLEASE NOTE ON PRESCREEN IF CANDIDATE HAS THIS EXPERIENCE OR NOT"Are RN's required to titrate drips No Common titratable &/or set rate dripsOnly set-rate Cardizem & Amiodarone. Other occasional drips include Bumex & Lasix. Tele/Monitor Techs on this unit? Do RN's read strips?Tele monitor techs on the 3rd floor; however, the RN's must be able to read & interpret strips. They also have a monitor on this unit for real time viewing.Charge Nurse/House SupervisorCharge Nurse on the unit 24/7. Day Charge sometimes takes patients; Night Charge always take patientsAre there Nurse Aides on this unit/Ratios1:10 but sometimes 1:14-15 depending on census & staffing. DUTIES: EKGs, bladder scans, FSBS, ADLs, all vitals RT/Equipment (i.e. Cpap, Bipap, High Flow) No High Flow. Only Bipap & Cpap - for supportive therapy only. If patient was dependent on Bipap or Cpap they would probably be transferred to a higher acuity unit Shifts & Scheduling"Shifts are all 12's (7a-7p; 7p-7a) Clock in no sooner than 0653 or 1853. NOTE: ALL TIME OFF REQUESTS MUST BE UP FRONT & IN THE CONTRACT. REQUESTS FOR TIME OFF AFTER THIS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE FACILITY. (Manager may consider occasional requests for a day off but would be based on the needs of the unit)PLEASE ASK FOR TIME-OFF DURING PRESCREEN & INCLUDE IN PRESCREEN NOTES"Weekend Requirement"Every-other- weekend for travelers (Perm staff does every 3rd weekend) -Weekend shifts for Nights are Fri/Sat/Sun; Days are Sat/Sun "Holiday RequirementPerm staff have a Holiday rotation schedule. If they can get by without travelers working weekends they will; however, if the needs of the unit require travelers to work weekends, this would be the expectation. Call or Standby Requirement"Call or Standby could happen if census was low, but not often. This would be something that would be in the contract If traveler has further questions direct them to speak with their recruiter"Floating Requirements Travelers are typically the 1st to float. They could be floated anywhere in the hospital, including ICU & Stepdown; however, they would only be given patients within their skillset. Scrub Color/Dress CodeRoyal Blue - Scrub jackets are not required; however, if they wear a jacket it must be an actual scrub jacket. No hoodies or sweat-jackets. Unit/Department Specific Orientation1 day of Computer training, followed by 1 day on the floor shadowing with a preceptor. After that they are on their own for the 3rd day Additional NotesThis unit is very busy & fast paced. Can DC up to 6 patients/day & 6 admits Cancellation may cancel 2 shifts per 13-week assignment and 1 shift for assignments less than 13 weeks Charting BSN License to , willing to wait Trauma Level: Care Shift Experience, weekends as needed Required (AHA), BLS (AHA) Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Weeks:91 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations. 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 BLS Core Exam - Nursing Ishihara Colorvision Screening Observation RN Exam 29099068EXPTEMP

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