Travel Neuro Stepdown & EMU 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:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Stepdown & EMU night shift position requiring NIHSS certification and strong neuroscience nursing experience.

• Work in the 10 East Neuro Stepdown & Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) of an acute care hospital
• 31 total beds (25 Stepdown, 6 EMU)
• Patient ratio of 1:3 on Stepdown and 1:5-6 on EMU floor
• Patient population includes higher acuity neuroscience cases such as strokes, seizures, craniotomies, and EMU/epilepsy monitoring
• EPIC EMR used, experience required
• 3x12-hour night shifts from 7p-7:30a
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 2 weekend shifts per schedule
• Holiday rotation required
• Floating possible to 7E, 7W, 7NE, or 10W
• Charge nurse coverage available 24/7
• Nurse aide support available at a 1:8-9 ratio, 4 per shift
• Respiratory therapy support available 24/7 for floor vents; RNs not required to have vent experience
• Telemetry present on the unit, but RNs are not required to read strips

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Strong overall neuroscience nursing experience required
• History of caring for stroke patients and implementing NIHSS protocols
• EPIC EMR experience required
• NIHSS certification must be in hand at time of consideration

• Provide care for higher acuity neuroscience patients including stepdown and EMU populations
• Titration of drips performed only per physician orders
• Common titratable drips include Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, Nipride, Ketamine, Lasix, Bumex, and Insulin
• 2-shift unit-specific orientation provided
• Royal blue scrub color required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Previous perm staff or travelers who have worked at this facility must wait 2 years before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than a year without taking a 2-year break
• COVID vaccination required, with medical or religious exemption requests available through appropriate forms
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-778144. 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.