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.