MedSurg Stepdown RN
Morgantown, WV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,334/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- 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 – 8E Stepdown (Stepdown/MedSurg)
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Overview
- Unit Type: 8 EAST - MedSurg Stepdown & Floor
- Beds: 34
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- Stepdown: 1:3
- Floor: 1:5-6
- Respiratory Therapy: RT in-house 24/7; vents available on unit
- Telemetry: Tele techs post strips each shift; RNs must be proficient in reading and interpreting telemetry strips
- Support Staff: Typically 2-5 nurse aides per shift
- Charge Nurse & Transport RN present from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM at optimal staffing
Shift & Scheduling
- Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours per Day: 12
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekend and holiday work required (frequency unspecified)
- Floating: May be required to float to other units (specific units not detailed)
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in West Virginia
- Minimum 2 years of Stepdown nursing experience, with Stepdown experience within the last year
- BLS Certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current Driver’s License
- Acute Care nursing experience
- Proficiency in telemetry strip interpretation
Submission & Eligibility Notes
- Candidates may only submit to one position at a time within the system
- Driver’s license address must be more than 50 miles from the facility
- Previous permanent candidates must have been off the unit for at least 2 years
- Previous travelers must have been off the unit for at least 2 years after completing a full year
- Travel teams must be submitted together in one submission
- Only two candidates can be submitted per opening; additional submissions held until a spot opens
- All submissions must include an unexpired copy of the candidate’s driver’s license
Additional Information
- Scrub Color: Royal Blue
- Charge Nurse and Transport RN coverage limited to day shift
- Common patient population: Medical-Surgical Stepdown patients
- Nurse aids support the unit but nurse-to-patient ratios remain as above
Note: Some details such as specific experience requirements and common drips were not provided.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Pros
Very Good Recruiter, i have used Vicky for 3 assignments and she is helpful, courteous and kind Will Culpepper travel nurse since 2020
Cons
None
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About Morgantown, WV
As a Travel Stepdown 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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