Intermediate Care Unit (Stepdown) RN
Wheeling, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Stepdown (IMU) unit with night shifts and advanced cardiac care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit (Stepdown) within an acute care hospital
• Deliver care to patients with acute cardiac and medical conditions, including chest pain, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post caths, and Tikosyn therapy
• Patient ratios are typically 1:5, with occasional assignments up to 1:6
• Work 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) in blocks, including required weekends and potential holidays
• Floating as needed to Telemetry or MedSurg units, with occasional assignments to a Pandemic Unit and possible ratios up to 1:6 in these units
• Utilizes Sunrise (Allscripts) EMR and Nihon Kohden telemonitoring equipment; RNs must interpret their own telemetry strips
• RNs are expected to titrate cardiac drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, and Heparin
• Must wear navy blue scrubs and scrub jackets (no hoodies)
• Self-scheduling permitted with up to 4 requested days off per month
• Care is supported by charge nurses (who also have full assignments), clinical assistants, and several CNAs per shift
• IV team and respiratory therapy are in-house 24/7 and manage associated procedures
• Hospitalists are in-house 24/7, with intensivist backup available
• Travelers must be flexible with holiday coverage, though typically perm staff cover most holidays
• If previously employed at any facility within the same health system, a minimum 2-year break is required before returning as a traveler, and travelers may not exceed 1 year of cumulative contract time within the health system without a subsequent 2-year break

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license
• Minimum of 2 years stepdown or intermediate care experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must be able to interpret telemetry strips and titrate cardiac drips
• Pass/fail EKG testing may be required
• Must live at least 50 miles from facility (no local travelers)
• Orientation includes one partial day with HR and up to two days on the unit with a preceptor

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