IMU Stepdown Registered Nurse
Wheeling, WV
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with day/night rotation
• Must be on unit ready to go by 6:45 AM/PM
• Weekend requirements include working 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday all considered weekend shifts)
• Day shift nurses required to work minimum of 3 night shifts per 4-week schedule
• Patient ratios typically 1:5, goal of 1:4, occasionally 1:6
• Required to float to Telemetry or Medical/Surgical units as needed with ratios up to 1:6, possibly 1:7 in MedSurg
• Must be flexible to work holidays when needed
• Self-scheduling allowed as long as unit needs are met with 4 requested days off per month
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Must be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Manage patients with chest pain, r/o MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post pacer, pre/post catheterizations, and Tikosyn therapy patients
• Dress code requires navy blue scrubs (top and bottom) with navy scrub jackets, no hoodies
• Use Allscripts charting system and Sunrise EMR
• Two-day orientation includes 4 hours with HR and remaining time with preceptor on unit
• Strict attendance policy: 2 occurrences of tardiness or call-offs results in termination
• 2 shift cancellations allowed per 13-week contract
• Must provide copy of unexpired driver's license and disclose any licensing hits at time of submission
• Must live within 50-mile radius of facility

Facility:

This healthcare organization operates a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit with 14 private and 16 semi-private rooms, providing intermediate level care between medical/surgical and intensive care. The facility maintains 24/7 hospitalist coverage, intensivist coverage in ICU, resident physicians, IV team, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy services. The unit features modern telemetry monitoring equipment and comprehensive support services to ensure quality patient care in an intermediate care setting.

Location:

Wheeling, WV

Wheeling offers a historic riverfront setting along the Ohio River with a rich heritage and beautiful Victorian architecture throughout the city. The area provides affordable living costs, scenic outdoor recreation opportunities, and easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a close-knit community atmosphere.