MedSurg Stepdown RN
Morgantown, WV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,309/weekOverview
- Start Date04/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Stepdown Unit
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Details
- Unit Type: 8E Stepdown (MedSurg Stepdown & Floor)
- Number of Beds: 34
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Stepdown: 1:3
- Floor: 1:5-6
- Support Staff: 2-5 nurse aides typically on the unit
- Respiratory Therapy: RT available 24/7; ventilators present on unit
- Telemetry: Tele techs post strips each shift; RNs must be proficient in reading and interpreting cardiac strips
Shift Information
- Shift Times:
- Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Weekend and holiday work required (frequency unspecified)
- Possible floating to other units
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in West Virginia
- Minimum 2 years of Stepdown nursing experience
- Stepdown experience within the last year
- BLS Certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Acute Care experience
Additional Requirements
- COVID-19 Vaccine Required (2 doses Moderna or Pfizer, or 1 dose J&J)
- Medical or religious exemptions require approval through a formal process
- Driver’s license address must be outside a 50-mile radius from the facility
- Previous permanent candidates must have been off the unit for 2 years before reapplying
- Previous travelers must have been off the unit for 2 years after completing a full year
- Travel teams must be submitted together
- Only 2 candidates submitted per opening at a time
Experience
- Years of specialty experience: Not specified
- Prior travel experience: Not specified
Summary
This is a 13-week contract for an RN position on a MedSurg Stepdown unit with a 34-bed capacity. The role requires BLS certification, ability to titrate drips, and proficiency in telemetry strip interpretation. The position includes day and night shifts with weekend and holiday requirements. COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory unless exempted. Candidates must meet specific submission and licensing location criteria.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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About Morgantown, WV
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Morgantown, WV here's what you should know:- Morgantown's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Morgantown are around 82°F, with winter lows around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Morgantown and can be found with relative ease.
- Morgantown is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system in place for those who prefer not to drive.
- Morgantown has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the surrounding mountainous terrain.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Morgantown.
- Morgantown offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- It has a vibrant art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in various outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
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