Travel Nurse RN - Long-Term Care - $2,110 per week in Weirton, WV

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Long-Term Care RN in Weirton, West Virginia, 26062! Pay Information $2,110 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Skilled Care Unit - LTC/SNF Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Day/Night Rotate Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 1 year License: RN Certifications: BLS Must-Have: 1 year of experience required. First-time travelers welcomed. Description: This is a skilled care unit within an acute facility. The unit comprises 33 beds, with both private and semi-private rooms available. The electronic medical record system used is Community Works. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 RN for every 8-10 patients. The staffing includes 3 RNs/LPNs per shift. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) have the same patient ratio. Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) also follow the same staffing ratio. On day shifts, there are 3-4 CNAs, and on night shifts, there are 2. RNs, LPNs, and CNAs are required to have current BLS certification. IV certification is preferred for LPNs, who will need to demonstrate competency on-site. Candidates must have relevant certification before starting. Common diagnoses include weakness, fractures, and COPD exacerbation. Job duties for RNs and LPNs include passing medications, wound care, foley insertion, IV management, peg tube care, and ostomy care. CNA responsibilities include patient care, feeding, bathing, and personal hygiene. IV's are managed on the unit, but there are no titratable drips. No telemetry monitoring is performed on this unit. RNs are not required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab. A designated charge nurse oversees each shift, providing leadership without taking an assignment during day shifts but does take an assignment on night shifts. Physician availability is assured after hours through an on-call system. An interdisciplinary team is present to support patient care, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, case management, social work, and dietetics. Respiratory therapy is available on-site 24/7 for treatments and equipment management. Oxygen therapy and related equipment are used on the unit. A medication dispensing system is utilized. The scheduling is managed by the director. Staff are expected to be flexible to fill scheduling gaps as needed. RNs and LPNs generally work 12-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM, and CNAs work from 6 AM to 6 PM. Weekend work is required every other weekend. Holidays may require participation in the holiday rotation. Staff may be asked to float to medical-surgical units as needed. Dress code specifies navy scrubs for RNs and LPNs, and light blue for CNAs. A unit-specific orientation is provided for new staff. Cancellation policy allows for client-initiated cancellation of shifts under certain conditions. The charting system is managed by Soarian. 27856421EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 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. 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. Step out of your comfort zone and face new challenges, fostering personal resilience and adaptability. Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey that shapes not only your career but also your character. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services.

Location: Weirton, WV, US

Posted Date: 6/28/2025