Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit - $2,272 per week

American Traveler; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position in Wheeling, West Virginia. This role requires expertise in cardiac telemetry and drip titration. Responsibilities include monitoring patients and managing care under challenging conditions. The contract length is 13 weeks, with a rotating shift schedule totaling 36 hours per week. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of RN experience and relevant certifications. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, stipends, and 24/7 support.

Qualifications

• Must have active WV or Compact RN license.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a relevant setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Cardiovascular Stepdown unit.
• Titrate drips according to ordered parameters.
• Monitor patients with cardiac conditions.

Skills

Cardiac telemetry expertise

Drip titration skills

Epicardial pacing experience

Education

Active WV or Compact RN license

Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Minimum 2 years of RN experience

Job description

Overview

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

Assignment Details

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Stepdown (CVSD) position requiring cardiac telemetry expertise, drip titration skills, and epicardial pacing experience.

Details

• Cardiovascular Stepdown (CVSD) unit in an acute care hospital setting
• 22-bed unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-6, supported by nurse aides at a 1:15 ratio
• Patient population includes bradycardia, A-fib, SVT, CHF, CAD, NSTEMI, PVD, PE, CVA/TIA, post-operative VATS, lobectomy, and wedge resection patients, as well as patients with chest tubes, tracheotomy (no vents), TAVR, and post-op day 1 CABG
• RNs are required to titrate drips per ordered parameters; common drips include Cardizem, amiodarone, procainamide, dopamine, dobutamine, heparin, and insulin
• No ventilators, continuous BiPap, CPAP, or Airvo on this unit
• Monitor techs handle all telemetry strip interpretation and documentation; RNs are not required to read their own strips (Nihon Koden monitors)
• Charting is performed via Allscripts EMR
• 12-hour rotating day/night shifts (6:45–7:15); rotation is typically 2 weeks of days followed by 2 weeks of nights, depending on staffing needs
• Weekend rotation averages every other weekend based on a 6-week schedule
• Travel RNs are added to the holiday rotation alongside permanent staff
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Travelers float first
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Stepdown or cardiac telemetry unit experience required
• Epicardial pacing and chest tube experience required
• Drip titration experience required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Charge nurse carries a full patient assignment; nursing supervisor is on-site 24/7
• Hospitalist and intensivist are both in-house; RT is available hospital-wide 24/7
• IV therapy team handles all IV sticks
• Unit orientation consists of one 12-hour shift with a preceptor
• Unit uses self-scheduling via a scheduling committee; block scheduling is open for discussion
• Navy blue scrubs required; artificial nails are not permitted
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before applying; cumulative experience applies and travelers may not exceed one year of total WVU travel assignments without a 2-year break
• A driver's license copy and copies of all certifications must be submitted for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-699192. 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 - Cardiac Telemetry

About American Traveler

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.