Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Wheeling, WV
IDR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

$2,434/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftRotating
Duration13 weeks

Pay

1% higher than average Registered Nurse / Stepdown Nurse pay in West Virginia

Estimated total pay

$2,434/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,188/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
License and certification reimbursement
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Profile

Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

West Virginia Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Stepdown/Intermediate Care RN for a 13-week travel assignment in a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit. This unit manages cardiac, post-procedural, and higher-acuity medical patients requiring continuous monitoring and titratable drips.

This is a rotating day/night position with weekend requirements and a 48-hour weekly guarantee.

Responsibilities

Provide care to intermediate care patients with ratios typically 1:5 (goal 1:4; occasionally 1:6)
Manage cardiac and telemetry patients
Interpret and respond to telemetry rhythms
Titrate drips including:
- Amiodarone
- Cardizem
- Dopamine
- Dobutamine
- Labetalol
- Nitro
- Heparin
- Occasionally Lasix
Care for patients with diagnoses including:
- Chest pain / rule out MI
- CHF
- Arrhythmias
- Post-pacemaker
- Pre/Post cardiac catheterization
- Tikosyn therapy management
Perform groin checks and manage radial bands (no sheath pulling)
Float to Telemetry or Med Surg as needed (ratios up to 1:6–1:7 in Med Surg, not common)
Document in Allscripts
Collaborate with 24/7 in-house hospitalist, intensivist, IV team, RT, and pharmacy

Requirements

Active RN license
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
Stepdown/PCU experience required
Must be comfortable titrating cardiac drips
Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips
Must reside 50+ miles from facility (no locals)
Copy of unexpired driver’s license required at submission
Any licensing hits must be disclosed at time of submission

Additional Details

Shift: 12-hour rotating days and nights (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Must be ready on unit by 6:45 AM/PM
48 hours guaranteed weekly
Weekend requirements:
- Fri/Sat/Sun considered weekend
- Nights: 4 weekend night shifts per 4-week schedule
- Days: 4 weekend day shifts per 4-week schedule
- Straight day schedules require minimum 3 night shifts per 4 weeks
Self-scheduling allowed based on unit needs
Scrubs: Navy blue top and bottom (no hoodies)
Artificial nails not permitted
2 shifts allowed cancellation per 13-week contract
Strict attendance policy

50-mile radius rule applies (no locals). Driver’s license copy required at submission. Must have strong cardiac Stepdown experience and drip titration skills. 48-hour weekly guarantee with rotating shift schedule. Travelers may only be submitted to one WVU facility at a time.

Employer

IDR Healthcare

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1 nurse recommends working with IDR Healthcare

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Pros

Quick to response, and very helpful

Cons

None

Recommends working with IDR Healthcare

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About

IDR Healthcare is an awarding winning staffing firm that believes it is a privilege and awesome responsibility to serve those who selflessly care for others. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals to achieve their fullest potential both personally and professionally while they create positive change within the healthcare community. We exercise true grit, tenacity, and authenticity while embracing and ownership mindset to go above and beyond providing healthcare professionals a world class experience. We are employee owned and our travelers and clinicians earn shares/equity by just completing multiple assignments! We have been named SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firms and have won ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing for 11 consecutive years! This cements our commitment to clinician satisfaction earning top net promoter scores putting us in the top 2% of agencies in North America! Help us give back! For every booked assignment, proceeds are donated to St. Jude and Feeding America! Last year we raised over $18,000 for St. Jude and provided over 49,000 meals for children in need. #TravelFarWithIDR and see what it is all about!

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About Wheeling, WV

As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Wheeling, WV here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Wheeling, WV, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.

Transportation

Wheeling is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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