Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) Stepdown position requiring at least 2 years of experience, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, and the ability to work 12-hour night shifts with weekend rotation.

Details

• 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) with 14 private and 16 semi-private rooms in an acute care hospital setting
• Common patient diagnoses include chest pain, r/o MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post cardiac cath (radial band management and removal, groin checks), and patients on Tikosyn therapy
• Patient ratio goal is 1:4, though 1:5 is typical and 1:6 is occasionally possible; CNA support of 2–3 aides with a 1:10–12 ratio
• RNs must be able to read and interpret their own telemetry strips; unit uses Nihon Kohden tele monitors
• RNs must be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• All respiratory equipment (AirVo high-flow, Respironics BiPAP) is managed by Respiratory Therapy
• IV team is in-house 24/7 and performs all IV starts; PICC/Midline team also available
• Hospitalist and intensivist are in-house 24/7; residents are also in-house 24/7
• Pharmacy (Pyxis) and RT are available in-house 24/7
• EMR: Sunrise (Epic noted in posting)
• 12-hour night shifts; must be on unit ready by 6:45 PM; shifts run 7 PM – 7 AM
• Nights rotation requires 4 weekend shifts (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) per 4-week schedule
• Floating required into Telemetry or Med/Surg units as needed, with ratios up to 1:6 (occasionally 1:7 in Med/Surg)

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of approximately 4 hours with HR on day one, followed by the remaining 8 hours on the unit with a preceptor, plus a full second day with a preceptor before working independently
• Self-scheduling is permitted as long as unit needs are met; staff may request up to 4 days off per month
• Travelers are expected to be flexible for holiday coverage, though permanent staff typically cover most holidays
• RN scrub dress code: navy blue top and bottom with navy scrub jacket; hoodies are not permitted
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for more than one cumulative year without a 2-year break
• A driver's license copy and all certifications must be included at time of consideration
• Any licensing hits must be disclosed upfront