Travel IMU RN - $2,272 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Intermediate Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Apr 13, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown/IMU position requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications with telemetry strip interpretation and drip titration skills. Details 30-bed Intermediate Medical Unit (IMU) in an acute care hospital setting Patient population includes chest pain, rule-out MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post cardiac catheterization (radial band management and removal, groin checks), and patients on Tikosyn therapy Nurse-to-patient ratio goal is 1:4, though 1:5 is typical and 1:6 is possible CNAs are available on the unit with ratios of approximately 1:10–12 RNs must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips independently; Nihon Kohden monitors are used RNs must be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitroglycerin, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix Charting is performed in Allscripts (Sunrise EMR) 12-hour day/night rotating shifts; shift start time is 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM with required unit readiness by 6:45 AM/PM Weekend requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (days or nights); those on a day schedule must also work a minimum of 3 night shifts per 4-week schedule Floating is required into Telemetry or Med/Surg units (ratios up to 1:6, occasionally 1:7 in Med/Surg) and to the Pandemic Unit as needed Self-scheduling is available provided unit needs are met; up to 4 requested days off per month are allowed Support services on-site 24/7 include: IV team (handles all IV starts), PICC/Midline team, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy (Pyxis), Hospitalist, Intensivist (in ICU), and Residents Requirements Active WV RN license or compact RN license required Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Stepdown, IMU, or PCU experience required Proficiency with telemetry strip reading and interpretation required Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips required Allscripts/Sunrise EMR experience preferred A copy of an unexpired driver's license is required for consideration Any licensing hits or disciplinary actions must be disclosed Two professional references required: one supervisor reference and one peer or additional supervisor reference (e.g., Charge RN); if the candidate held a permanent position within the last 12 months, one supervisor reference must be from that facility Skills checklist completed within the past year required Copies of all certifications required Additional Information Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position Candidates who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a minimum 2-year break before being considered; cumulative travel experience within the WVU system applies, and travelers may not exceed one cumulative year before a 2-year break is required Orientation consists of approximately 4 hours with HR on day one, followed by the remaining time and day two on the unit with a preceptor; independent practice begins after day two EKG testing may be required as part of the onboarding process for this stepdown unit Holiday flexibility is expected, though travelers are not typically required to work many holidays as permanent staff generally provide coverage RN scrub requirement: navy blue top and bottom with navy scrub jacket; hoodies are not permitted Respiratory equipment (AirVo high-flow, Respironics BiPAP) is managed exclusively by Respiratory Therapy Charge nurses carry a full patient assignment on both day and night shifts Attendance expectations are strict; any tardiness or call-off counts as an occurrence, and two occurrences may result in termination; any emergency must be reported through proper channels more than 2 hours before the shift American Traveler Job ID P-690391. 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 - Telemetry - Stepdown 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.