Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) Registered Nurse
Wheeling, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an IMU Stepdown position requiring a compact or WV RN license and strong telemetry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) within an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes chest pain, MI rule-outs, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post caths, and other intermediate acuity cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios typically 1:5, occasionally 1:4 or 1:6
• Uses Nihon Kohden telemetry monitors and Allscripts Sunrise EMR
• Required to read and interpret cardiac strips; Tele Techs available but RNs must be proficient
• Must be able to titrate drips including amiodarone, cardizem, dopamine, dobutamine, labetalol, nitro, and heparin
• 12-hour shifts starting at 6:45am or 6:45pm; days and nights as scheduled
• Weekend requirement is at least 4 day or night shifts per 4-week schedule; if working straight days, 3 night shifts per 4 weeks are required
• Floating to Telemetry, MedSurg, and Pandemic Unit as needed with patient ratios up to 1:7
• RN will manage and monitor various drips and cardiac interventions for stepdown-level patients
• Support from charge nurses, clinical assistants, 24/7 RT, pharmacy, and IV teams
• First day includes HR orientation and precepted floor orientation with additional support on the second day
• RN must wear navy blue scrubs; no hoodies allowed
• Flexible holiday coverage may be needed, though perm staff usually provide coverage
• Self-scheduling is allowed with up to 4 requested days off per month as long as unit needs are met
• Returning travelers to WVU must not have worked in the system for longer than one year without a 2-year break

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license
• Minimum 2 years of recent stepdown or IMU experience
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Proficient in reading and interpreting telemetry strips
• Experience with titration of cardiac drips required
• Allscripts Sunrise EMR experience preferred
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility for travel eligibility
• Past employment within WVU Medicine requires a 2-year break before consideration for rehire
• Must pass required EKG testing for stepdown units
• Proof of unexpired driver’s license is required for consideration

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