Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown
Job Title
Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown
Location
Morgantown, WV
Schedule / Job Type
Nights, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, weekdays with some weekends
Key Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in the stepdown / immediate care unit setting, managing a mix of progressive care and telemetry patients with varying acuity levels.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips, administer treatments, and start IVs as required.
- Maintain appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios, typically 1:4, with flexibility to 1:5 in emergencies.
- Document patient status and interventions accurately in Cerner electronic medical records.
- Follow all unit protocols, including certification, documentation, and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care during night shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license (WV or Compact, pending license acceptable)
- Minimum 1.5-2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year in Med-Surg/Telemetry and 2 years in Stepdown units
- BCLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
- Experience with IV starts and telemetry monitoring
- Ability to read telemetry strips accurately
- Must be able to work night shifts and comply with travel policies
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with PALS certification (preferred but not mandatory)
- Travel healthcare experience is a plus
- Flexibility to accommodate blocked schedules, including weekends
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment on an immediate care unit with diverse patient cases.
- Competitive scheduling and potential contract extension after 13 weeks, with possible long-term placement options.
- Supportive team environment with a focus on professional growth and excellent patient outcomes.
Additional Notes
- Candidates must provide all certifications, RN license verification, and two recent management references within the past 2 years.
- Travel compliance includes SSN and DOB on application, with documentation submitted by noon Monday prior to start.
- Candidates should reside more than 100 miles from the facility unless case-by-case approval is provided.
- No scrubs provided; uniform is burgundy and/or white.
- Orientation is scheduled every other Thursday; modules must be completed prior to start.
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