Stepdown Registered Nurse
Morgantown, WV
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Location

This position is located in West Virginia.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

The shift is 3x12 hours from 07:00 to 19:00, including weekdays and some weekends. There may be flexibility to provide coverage with a patient ratio of 1:4, increasing to 1:5 during emergencies.

Job Description

The Stepdown/Immediate Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing care to patients with varying levels of acuity, including those recovering from cardiac surgery or interventional cardiology procedures. The nurse will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to monitor and manage patient health effectively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry and vital signs, assessing patient conditions.
• Administer medications and manage intravenous (IV) therapies.
• Utilize rapid response and code teams as necessary for patient emergencies.
• Provide pre and post-operative nursing care for cardiac procedures.
• Ensure effective communication with healthcare team members and families.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1.5 to 2 years of nursing experience, specifically in stepdown and medical-surgical/telemetry units.
• Current RN license in West Virginia or compact state.
• Certifications required: BCLS and ACLS (both must be from American Heart Association).
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips and manage dysrhythmias.

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!