Travel Long Term Care Registered Nurse - $2,020 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN for Long Term Care in Wheeling, West Virginia, delivering comprehensive nursing care to residents in a post-acute facility. You will support chronic conditions, post-surgical needs, and rehabilitative goals in a collaborative, patient-centered team environment.

The role requires 12-hour days with weekends as needed, a minimum of 36 hours per week, and valid BLS certification with at least 2 years LTC experience and current state licensure.

Qualifications

• Active RN license and BLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in Long Term Care.
• Experience with travel nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to LTC residents per shift.
• Administer medications and perform wound, IV, catheter care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.
• Maintain patient records in EPIC and ensure quality documentation.

Skills

RN license

BLS Certification

2+ years LTC experience

Travel nursing experience

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Long Term Care (LTC) Nursing professional working in a post-acute care facility specializing in long-term and skilled residents. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing care for a diverse patient population, including residents with chronic conditions, post-surgical needs, and rehabilitative goals. The position emphasizes collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork in a facility dedicated to patient-centered care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour days, with scheduled weekends as needed, and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS Certification; minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a comparable setting; appropriate state licensure for licensed practical nurses or registered nurses; located within a feasible distance to the facility.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with long-term residents, familiarity with Point Click Care electronic medical record system, and proficiency in wound care, medication administration, and patient assessments.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: Position involves passing medications, wound care, Foley and catheter care, PEG tube feedings, ostomy and trache care, and managing IVs including IV antibiotics, blood products, and IV fluids. Nurses will coordinate with an interdisciplinary team that includes PT, OT, SLP, social workers, case managers, and physicians, with available after-hours physician support. Orientation includes two shifts. No private COVID units, with enhanced droplet precautions and N95 respirator use.
• Charting System: EPIC.
• Collaboration: Attendance at team conferences may be required for certain resident care planning.
• Dress Code: RN - navy blue; LPN - navy blue; CNA - gray scrubs with any print top.
• Additional Notes: The facility maintains a COVID-19 vaccination policy; no trauma level designation or specific on-site pharmacy details are provided.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1312973. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Long Term Care

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus