Intermediate Care Unit (Stepdown) RN
Wheeling, WV
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,265/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
12-hour night shifts, with a requirement for weekends and holidays as needed. Nurses must be ready to start at 6:45 PM, and shifts run from 7 PM to 7 AM. Each nurse is expected to work a minimum of 4 weekend night shifts over a 4-week schedule.
Job Description
This nursing role is within the Intermediate Care Unit, providing care for patients with conditions such as chest pain, heart failure, arrhythmias, and those post-procedure. Nurses will work with a team that includes a charge nurse and clinical assistants.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for up to 5 patients at a time, with occasional ratios of 1:6.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips when necessary.
- Titrate various medications including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, and Heparin.
- Participate in the management of high-flow respiratory equipment and collaborate with the respiratory therapy team.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
- NIHSS certification.
- Must have an unexpired driver’s license and be willing to disclose any licensing hits upon submission.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
Employer
ARMStaffing
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Wheeling, WV
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Wheeling, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wheeling, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 83°F and lows around 62°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 38°F and lows around 21°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Wheeling, WV, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Wheeling is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wheeling has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wheeling offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- The city has a rich art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can find recreational activities such as golfing and hiking in the beautiful outdoors.
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