Neuro Stepdown & EMU RN
Morgantown, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Stepdown and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit position requiring neuro expertise and flexibility for day shifts in West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Work in a combined Neuro Stepdown and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) within an acute care setting
• Unit has 31 beds, with 25 for stepdown and 6 for EMU
• Patient population includes high acuity neuroscience cases such as strokes, seizures, craniotomies, and post-TPA management
• Nurse to patient ratios are 1:3 for stepdown and 1:5-6 for floor/EMU
• Shifts are 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, with weekend requirements
• Possible floating to other neuro-related units within the hospital may be required
• EPIC is used as the EMR and prior experience is required
• Royal blue scrubs are required
• RN will deliver care for high acuity neuroscience and epilepsy patients, including monitoring and titrating medications per protocols
• Charge nurse and nurse aides available on every shift for support
• Orientation on unit consists of two shifts
• Holiday coverage is required as part of rotating schedule
• Travelers may be required to float to other neuro units as needed
• Recent permanent employees or travelers to WVU Medicine must have a two-year gap before being eligible for consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with strong neuro experience
• BLS is required; NIHSS preferred
• Experience with titration of drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, nitro, dopamine, nipride, ketamine, lasix, bumex, and insulin is preferred
• Experience with EVDs preferred
• Experience with EPIC charting is required
• COVID vaccination is required unless an exemption is approved
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

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