Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Morgantown, WV
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,295/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date08/31/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

3% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in West Virginia

Estimated total pay

$2,295/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
The healthcare provider is seeking a registered nurse (RN) for a step down unit in Morgantown, West Virginia. This role involves working night shifts in an acute care setting, providing specialized post-surgical thoracic and medicine patient care. The position requires strong MedSurg step down experience, including the ability to titrate drips and interpret strips, with a focus on patient safety and effective monitoring.

Job Details:

Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, beginning on 08/24/2026
Required Qualifications: Valid license to practice as an RN; ACLS and BLS certifications; NIHSS certification; at least 2 years of relevant experience in MedSurg step down nursing.
Preferred Qualifications: Ability to titrate drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dopamine, Nitro, Esmolol, Heparin, and Lasix; experience with postoperative thoracic and medicine patients; certification in NIHSS.
Patient Care Responsibilities: Manage post-surgical thoracic and medicine patients, including titration of drips and interpretation of EKG strips.
Unit Details: No ventilators but includes BiPap and tracheostomy management; centralized telemetry monitors; four CNAs per shift; telehealth interpretation for RN assessments.
Additional Details: The position involves working three weekend shifts in a four-week schedule and may include holiday work if necessary. The shift includes unit-specific orientation of three shifts. No call or standby requirements, and floating is rare.
Certifications Needed: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS.
Other Details: The position begins on 08/24/2026, with willingness to wait for license submission.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1297621. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About Morgantown, WV

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Morgantown, WV here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs in Morgantown are around 82°F, with winter lows around 22°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Morgantown and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Morgantown is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system in place for those who prefer not to drive.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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