Travel IMU Stepdown Registered Nurse - $2,344 per week [3 Days Left]

Company: American Traveler
Location: Wheeling
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, rotating - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit assignment requiring a WV or compact RN license and strong telemetry skills. Responsibilities - Position is in the Intermediate Care Unit (IMU), a 30-bed stepdown unit in an acute care hospital setting - Patient population includes chest pain, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post caths, and intermediate care patients - Nurse-to-patient ratios typically 1:5 with occasional 1:6, and charge nurses take patient assignments - 12-hour rotating day/night shifts with weekend requirements and self-scheduling options - All staff are required to float as needed to Tele or MedSurg units, and potentially to a Pandemic Unit - Unit uses Sunrise (Allscripts) EMR system - Nihon Kohden telemetry monitors are used, and RNs must read and interpret their own strips - Common IV infusions titrated include Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetolol, Nitro, and Heparin - RN must be able to manage a variety of cardiac and medical patients at an intermediate care acuity - Unit staff includes clinical assistants and CNAs to support nursing care - Hospitalist in-house 24/7; IV, RT, and pharmacy teams also in-house 24/7 - Scrub requirement is navy blue top and bottom with navy scrub jacket; hoodies not permitted - Holiday coverage may be required but typically filled by permanent staff - Float assignments may involve higher patient ratios, especially if floating to MedSurg - First-day orientation includes time with HR and unit preceptors, followed by two days on unit orientation - Applicants previously employed at WVU Medicine must have a 2-year break before returning as travelers and cannot work within WVU facilities for longer than a year without a 2-year break Requirements - Active WV or compact RN license required prior to assignment - Minimum of 2 years RN experience required - Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS - Proficiency in strip interpretation and titration of specified cardiac drips required - Must be able to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends - Must provide a valid, unexpired driver's license for consideration - Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify - Completion of EKG assessment required prior to start Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-623424. 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 - Telemetry - Stepdown 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.

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