Travel Stepdown​/MedSurg RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Fairmont, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  07/27/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Stepdown/Med Surg position requiring at least 3 years of experience, stepdown skills, and drip titration ability for a 13-week night shift contract in West Virginia.

• Acute care hospital setting on a 20-bed Stepdown/Med Surg unit
• Common patient diagnoses include respiratory issues, weakness, UTI, AKI, and chest pain
• Stepdown nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3; floor ratio is 1:5-6
• Two nurse aides are available per shift
• Telemetry is present on the unit and monitored remotely at Ruby
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including Heparin, insulin, Cardizem, and amiodarone
• RT equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen is available on the unit
• Charting is done in Epic
• 12-hour night shifts
• Three weekend shifts required per 4-week scheduling period
• Rotating holiday coverage required (evening or day)
• No on-call or standby requirement
• No floating required

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
• Stepdown experience required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Two references required: one supervisor reference and one peer or additional supervisor reference

• Royal blue scrubs required
• Unit-specific orientation is provided
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for this position
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before being eligible to apply
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than one year cumulatively before taking a 2-year break

American Traveler Job  #P-733029. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.