
Telemetry RN in Charleston, West Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Charleston, WV
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,221/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.27
- Weekly
- $2,221
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,492
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $46.27/hour — 20% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia ($38.52/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia right now
- 536 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia from 6 agencies, 104 of them in Charleston.
- Pay in these listings: $30.82 – $97.36/hour, median $56.67/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in West Virginia: $38.52/hour ($80,122/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.92/hour across 144 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your med-surg and telemetry expertise to Charleston, West Virginia, for a 13-week travel contract serving a diverse adult patient population. On this day-shift assignment, you will care for patients ranging from uncomplicated cases to sub-critical conditions, including post-operative transplant patients and adults requiring cardiac monitoring. The unit uses 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with every-other-weekend coverage and floating within scope as needed.
Candidates should have at least two years of registered nursing experience, including one year in med-surg/telemetry, along with current BLS and ACLS certifications. First-time travelers are welcome, making this an opportunity to build travel experience while working in a broad adult-care setting.
Weather
Charleston typically offers cool, crisp weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, occasional rain, and colorful seasonal scenery throughout the surrounding hills.
Fun Things To Do
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Capitol Complex: Explore the West Virginia State Capitol grounds, cultural attractions, and surrounding historic architecture.
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Kanawha State Forest: Hike scenic trails, enjoy wooded overlooks, and spend a relaxing day outdoors close to Charleston.
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Capitol Market: Browse local foods, specialty shops, and seasonal produce in this popular downtown destination.
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New River Gorge Day Trip: Visit the national park area for dramatic overlooks, hiking, and views of the New River Gorge Bridge.
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Huntington Day Trip: Spend the day exploring Ritter Park, downtown attractions, and the Ohio River community roughly an hour west of Charleston.
Job Specifics
City and State: Charleston, West Virginia
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; four shifts per week; every other weekend
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 48 hours per week
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