Travel IMU​/Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, 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: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a night-shift Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit position requiring telemetry strip interpretation and vasoactive drip titration skills.

• 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) in an acute care hospital setting
• Patient ratios typically 1:5, occasionally 1:4 or up to 1:6
• Common diagnoses include chest pain, r/o MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post pacer, and pre/post cardiac catheterization patients
• Manages patients on Tikosyn therapy and performs groin checks/radial band management (does not pull sheaths)
• 12-hour night shifts, 48 hours per week guaranteed
• Must work 4 weekend night shifts per 4-week schedule (Fri/Sat/Sun considered weekend)
• Required to float as needed to Tele or Med Surg units with ratios up to 1:6 or 1:7
• Uses EPIC EMR and Sunrise charting system
• Uses Nihon Kohden telemetry monitors
• RT manages all respiratory equipment including Air Vo and Bipap
• 24/7 in-house support from Hospitalist, Intensivist, IV team, RT, and Pharmacy

• Active WV or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Must be able to independently read and interpret telemetry strips
• Must be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• Acute care Stepdown/IMU experience required
• Unexpired driver's license required for consideration

• Self-scheduling available as long as unit needs are met, with up to 4 requested days off per month
• Floor orientation includes 4 hours with HR followed by 1.5 days on the unit with a preceptor
• Charge nurses carry a full patient assignment on both day and night shifts
• Clinical Assistant support available on the unit
• Navy blue scrub top and bottom required, navy scrub jackets allowed, no hoodies
• Must be flexible for holiday coverage, though holidays are typically covered by permanent staff
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel assignment
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work within WVU Medicine for longer than one year without taking a 2-year break

American Traveler Job  #P-769542. 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.