RN Intermediate Care Unit (IMU)
Wheeling, WV
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,175/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Location
This position is located in the specified facility in the designated state.
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
12-hour night shifts, weekends as scheduled. Nurses must work four weekend night shifts within a four-week schedule.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse in the Intermediate Care Unit will provide care to patients with various conditions, including chest pain, arrhythmias, and those requiring intermediate care acuity. The role involves interpreting telemetry strips, managing drips, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Manage up to 6 patients with a typical ratio of 1:5.
- Titrate medication drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, and others.
- Perform assessments and provide nursing care for chest pain, heart failure, post-procedure patients, and more.
- Collaborate with the clinical assistant and other staff for optimal patient care.
- Assist in the training and orientation of new staff and CNAs.
- Maintain patient safety and adhere to hospital protocols.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Current and unexpired RN license.
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips.
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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