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Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown (10SE Cardiac Stepdown)

Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirement: Yes
Call/Standby: No call or standby required; overtime available
Floating: Yes, to sister units within Heart and Vascular Institute

Unit Overview

32 beds total (all private): 22 Stepdown beds, 12 Floor beds
Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- Stepdown: 1 RN to 3 patients
- Floor: 1 RN to 6 patients
Clinical Associates (nurse aides) support at a ratio of 1 CA to 8-10 patients (goal of 4-5 CAs 24/7)
Telemetry: Cardiac Monitor Technicians (CMTs) interpret all strips on unit
Respiratory equipment used includes CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow devices

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

Cardiac Surgery post-op patients: CABG, MIDCAB, Maze procedure, valve replacements, mitral clip, LVAD, heart transplants, TAVRs
Vascular Surgery post-op/procedures: AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy (CEA), femoral bypass, angiograms, amputations
Cardiology cases: STEMI, NSTEMI, heart failure, Watchman device, cardiac catheterization procedures (PTCA, stents, ICDs, ablations, pacemakers)

Required Qualifications

Current RN license
BLS and ACLS certifications required
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
Cardiac and vascular nursing experience required
Ability to titrate drips including heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, TPA, Lasix, dobutamine

Orientation & Work Environment

Unit-specific orientation: 2-3 shifts
Dress code: Solid royal blue and white scrubs
Unit known for excellent patient care and strong teamwork atmosphere

Submission & Eligibility Notes

Candidates must have a driver’s license address located more than 50 miles from the facility
Previous permanent candidates must have been off the unit for 2 years before reapplying
Previous travelers must have been off the unit for 2 years after completing a full year on the unit
Only one submission allowed at a time across the system
Travel teams must be submitted together
Maximum of 2 candidates submitted per opening; additional submissions held until a spot opens
All submissions must include an unexpired copy of the candidate’s driver’s license

Facility

Ruby Memorial Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
524 beds

ADDRESS1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506

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About Morgantown, WV

As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown 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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