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Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiac Stepdown - $2,272 per week

American Traveler
22 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Mar 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position in the Heart & Vascular Institute, requiring at least 2 years of cardiac/vascular experience and active ACLS and NIHSS certifications. Details 10 Southeast Heart & Vascular Institute Cardiac Stepdown unit in an acute care hospital setting 32-bed unit (all private rooms), comprising 22 stepdown beds and 12 floor beds Stepdown patient ratio: 1 RN to 3 patients; floor ratio: 1 RN to 6 patients Patient population includes complex cardiac and vascular surgery post-op cases: CABG, MIDCAB, maze procedures, valve replacements, Tendyne, MitraClip, LVAD, heart transplants, TAVRs, AAA repair, CEA, femoral bypass, angiograms, and amputations Cardiology cases include STEMI, NSTEMI, heart failure, Watchman, and cardiac cath procedures such as PTCA, stents, ICDs, ablations, and pacemakers RNs are required to titrate drips including heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, TPA, Lasix, and dobutamine Respiratory equipment in use includes CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen therapy Cardiac Monitor Technicians (CMTs) are housed on the unit and interpret all telemetry strips Charting is performed using Epic EMR Night shift, three 12-hour shifts per week Every other weekend required Holiday coverage required as scheduled Floating required to sister units within the Heart and Vascular Institute No on-call or standby requirement Requirements Active WV or Compact RN license required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Cardiac and/or vascular nursing experience required Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS BSN not required Valid driver's license required for consideration Additional Information Unit orientation consists of 2–3 shifts Clinical Associates (CNAs) are available on the unit at a ratio of 1 CA per 8–10 patients, with a goal of 4–5 CAs on the unit 24/7 Charge Nurse and House Supervisors are available 24/7 Dress code: solid royal blue and white scrubs Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel pay rate Candidates who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before being considered Candidates who have worked within the WVU system for a cumulative year or more must also take a 2-year break before returning 2 supervisor/peer references required, including 1 supervisor reference (must be from a perm facility if the candidate worked there within the last 12 months) Skills checklist completed within the past year is required for consideration Copies of all certifications and a valid driver's license are required for consideration American Traveler Job ID P-686592. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.