Travel Neuro Stepdown RN

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

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Stepdown & Epilepsy Monitoring Unit position requiring NIHSS certification and strong neuro experience.

• Acute care setting on a 31-bed Neuro Stepdown & EMU (25 Stepdown, 6 EMU)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 on Stepdown and 1:5-6 on the EMU floor
• Patient population includes higher acuity neuroscience cases such as strokes, seizures, craniotomies, and EMU monitoring
• Telemetry monitoring present on unit, though RNs are not required to read strips
• RT support available 24/7 for floor vents, managed by RT and physician
• Charge nurse coverage available 24/7 with nurse aide support at a 1:8-9 ratio
• Night shift schedule of 3x12hr shifts (7p-7:30a), with possible 3 shifts in a row
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 2 weekend shifts per schedule
• Holiday rotation required
• Possible floating to other units (7E, 7W, 7NE, or 10W)
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS and NIHSS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Strong overall neuro nursing experience required, including history of caring for stroke patients and implementing NIH Stroke Scale
• NIHSS certification must be in hand at time of consideration
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Stepdown unit qualification required

• Provide nursing care to higher acuity neuroscience patients including stroke, seizure, craniotomy, and EMU cases
• EVD and TPA patients are primarily managed by permanent staff
• Titration of drips performed only per physician orders
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts
• Royal blue scrub color required
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• Candidates previously employed permanently or as travelers at this health system must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the health system for more than a year without taking a 2-year break
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 required, with medical or religious exemption process available
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-775885. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Stepdown

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.