Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Wheeling, WV
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus
$2,254/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,008/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
Description
# beds 30-Beds (14 Private & 16 Semi-private) Certs BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Ratios The goal for ratios is 1:4; however, they are usually running 1:5. Occasionally could be 1:6 EMR Sunrise Charge Nurse/House Supervisor "Charge nurses take a full patient assignment on both day & night shift Also has a Clinical Assistant who works 2, 12's (on the floor w/ a patient assignment) & 2, 8's in the office." Nurse Aides Usually have 2-3 CNA's w/ ratios 1:10-12
Floating All staff are required to float as needed into the rotation (Tele or MedSurg) w/ ratios up to 1:6, possibly 1:7 in MedSurg (not common) Also expected to go to Pandemic Unit Floor specific orientation The 1st day is spent with HR for approximately 4 hours, then the remaining 8 hours would be on the unit w/ a preceptor, as well as the 2nd day on the unit w/ a preceptor. After this they will be on their own Common diagnosis / Types of patients Chest pain, r/o MI, CHF, Arrhythmias, post pacer, pre/post Caths (manage radial bands & remove but do not pull sheaths), groin checks, any other overflow patients that required intermediate care acuity, they rarely get chest tubes. They also manage patients on Tikosyn therapy.
Employer
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
About Wheeling, WV
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Wheeling, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wheeling, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 83°F and lows around 62°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 38°F and lows around 21°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Wheeling, WV, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Wheeling is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wheeling has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wheeling offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- The city has a rich art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can find recreational activities such as golfing and hiking in the beautiful outdoors.
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