Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Morgantown, WV
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,045/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Step Down Unit care in Morgantown, West Virginia. The role involves providing specialized nursing care to higher acuity neuroscience patients, including stroke, seizure, and neurology cases, within a neuro stepdown and epilepsy monitoring unit. The nurse will work night shifts to support patient needs during this high-acuity area.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Minimum of 48 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS Certification, NIHSS certification, minimum of 2 years of neuro nursing experience, and EPIC electronic health record experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stroke, TPA management, titration of drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, dopamine, Nipride, Ketamine, Lasix, Bumex, Insulin; strong neuro background; NIHSS in hand at time of submission.
- Unit Specifics: Neuro stepdown and epilepsy monitoring, patient ratios 1:3 for stepdown, 1:5-6 for EMU, RT available 24/7, monitor tech support, and nurse aides per shift.
- Certifications: BLS and NIHSS are required, ACLS preferred.
- Shifts and Scheduling: Nights, 3 on/4 off schedule, with possible weekend rotations and holiday shifts, requiring flexibility.
- Additional Information: Scrub color is royal blue; orientation includes 2 shifts on the unit; gowning policies and float requirements may vary; patient acuity includes neuro patients with high-level care needs.
- Submission Requirements: Willing to wait for license verification, no prior experience minimum beyond required 2 years, and open to candidates with EPIC experience.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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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