Step Down Unit RN
Parkesburg, WV
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,145/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Step Down Unit The healthcare provider is seeking a registered nurse for a step-down unit position supporting inpatient care across medical/surgical, step-down, and intensive care units based on competency. The role provides care for cardiac, orthopedic, neurological, surgical, and medical patients in an acute care setting.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 48 hours per week; weekends are scheduled as needed.
- Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience
- Medical/surgical nursing background
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Current registered nurse license
- Preferred Qualifications: Step-down nursing experience.
- Additional Information:
- Patient assignments may include medical/surgical, step-down, or intensive care units based on competency.
- Step-down nurses may titrate selected infusions, including heparin, Cardizem, nitroglycerin, insulin, dobutamine, dopamine, and esmolol.
- Patient ratios vary by unit, with typical ratios of 1:6 for medical/surgical, 1:45 for step-down, and 1:23 for intensive care.
- The role may involve caring for patients requiring continuous positive airway pressure or bilevel positive airway pressure; ventilated patients are cared for in the intensive care unit.
- Orientation consists of three to four shifts.
- Royal blue scrubs are required.
- A current drivers license with a current permanent address is required for 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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends 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 Parkersburg, WV
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Parkersburg, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Parkersburg, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- There are options for short-term rentals in Parkersburg, WV, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Parkersburg is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Parkersburg offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports on the Ohio River.
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