IMU Step-Down Telemetry Nurse
Wheeling, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN to join an Intermediate Care (Stepdown) Unit, requiring a WV or compact license and strong stepdown/telemetry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 30-bed Intermediate Care (Stepdown) Unit within an acute care setting
• Patient population includes chest pain, CHF, arrhythmias, post pacer, pre/post caths, and intermediate care acuity overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratios generally run 1:5, occasionally up to 1:6
• Patient monitoring is conducted using Nihon Kohden telemetry equipment; RNs must read and interpret own strips
• RNs titrate critical drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetolol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• EMR is Allscripts Sunrise; prior experience preferred but not required
• 12-hour rotating day/night shifts, requiring flexibility for both days and nights
• Weekend requirement includes 4 weekend shifts (day or night) per four-week schedule
• All nursing staff are required to float to Telemetry or MedSurg units as needed, with ratios in MedSurg potentially up to 1:7
• First day HR orientation followed by unit shifts with a preceptor
• Holiday scheduling is flexible; most holidays are typically covered by permanent staff
• Navy blue scrubs with navy jackets are required; hoodies are not permitted
• Staffing support includes charge nurses with patient assignments, clinical assistants, and 24/7 access to IV, RT, and pharmacy teams
• IV initiations are handled by a dedicated IV team
• RNs may care for patients on specialized therapies such as Tikosyn and may be assigned to pandemic units as needed
• Candidates who previously worked with this health system must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work at this health system for longer than a year; a 2-year break is then required

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license is required
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in stepdown or similar acute care setting
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Experience with titration of vasoactive drips and telemetry monitoring required
• Must be able to accurately read and interpret telemetry strips
• Must provide a copy of an unexpired driver’s license for consideration
• Subject to a 50-mile radius rule; local travelers not accepted

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