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14 West Virginia Step-Down Unit (SDU) Jobs

  • $3,237/wk
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
    6 days ago
  • $3,237/wk
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    Parkersburg, WV
    PCU Float Pool
    RN
    Nov 02 (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Day · 4x12
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
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  • $3,065/wk
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    Wheeling, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Nov 02 (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
  • $2,403/wk
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $2,403/wk
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Day · 3x12
  • $2,403/wk
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
    4 days ago
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    Morgantown, WV
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
    6 days ago
  • Day 1 benefits: healthcare & 401k
    DAY 1 BENEFITSHealthcare & 401k
    Be reminded to update lics, certs & new opportunities
    BE REMINDEDTo update lics, certs & new opportunities
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    Morgantown, WV
    Night
    4 shifts x 12 hours
    Start ASAP · 13 wks

    Contract Details

    Job TypeTravel
    Nurse/Patient1/3
    Contract DateASAP
    Radius RulesCandidates must live at least 50 miles away from this facility in order to be considered a traveler when applying for this role.

    Travel Pay Breakdown

    Weekly Gross Wages
    Stipends
    Rate Breakdown
    Standard
    Overtime
    Lodging
    Meals & Incidents
    Total$3,237/wk
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    Benefits

    Health
    HealthDay 1
    Dental
    DentalDay 1
    Vision
    VisionDay 1
    401k
    401k(opt in)

    Additional Information

    Artificial nails are not allowed for any travelers. Failure to adhere could result in being sent home and/or terminated if policy is not followed.

    If candidate worked a perm facility in the last 12 months, 1 reference must be from perm facility.

    References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you're applying to.

    Special Requests:
    Eligibility as Current/Previous Employee: cumulative experience applies for previous travelers.
    Candidates can only submit to one position at a time across the entire WVU system.
    Previous perm candidates must be gone for 2 years.
    Previous travelers who were there for 1 full year must be gone for 2 years.

    Required Skills/Experience:
    RNs need basic EKG interpretation; monitor technicians read the telemetry strips.

    Unit Details:
    The unit cares for a medical-surgical and trauma population, including patients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic fractures, complex trauma, general surgical needs, and complex wounds.
    The unit cares for respiratory-compromised patients, including chronic ventilator-dependent patients; respiratory care includes BiPAP management, blood gas interpretation, and tracheostomies.
    The unit cares for reconstructive plastic surgery patients requiring microvascular free flaps and provides advanced diabetes management for type 1 and type 2 patients.
    Patients requiring 24-hour hemodynamic monitoring receive a higher level of care on the unit.
    RNs titrate common drips, including Cardizem, labetalol, and amiodarone; no sedative drips are used.
    BiPAP, CPAP, and chronic or non-weaning ventilators are used on the unit.
    All beds are monitored by telemetry; monitor technicians are based centrally and read the strips.
    Video monitoring is used for patient safety.
    In-ceiling lifts support early patient mobilization.

    Shift & Scheduling:
    Every other weekend.
    Holidays are scheduled on a rotational basis.
    No call.

    Floating Requirements:
    Floating is done on a rotational basis with other staff members on the unit. Travelers are placed into the rotation.

    Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

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    Step-Down Unit Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary

    Job responsibilities of a Step-Down nurse include maintaining ventilators, administering treatments and medications, collaborating with members of the healthcare team, and interacting with patients and their families. Registered Nurses who specialize in Step-Down Unit will need BLS and ACLS certifications. They will manage many high-risk IV medications such as Heparin or Insulin infusions. The average nurse-to-patient ratio is usually between 3 and 4 patients; this may vary depending on the facility. Average annual salaries in the United States for a Step-Down nurse are around $88,000. Salaries may be higher if the nurse has relevant certifications.

    Step-Down Unit (SDU) Travel Nurse Jobs in West Virginia

    Step-Down (SDU) nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The SDU is an intermediate unit between the ICU and med-surg. It is also called a Progressive Care or Transitional Care Unit. Patients are not as acutely ill as in the ICU, but are also not stable enough to be on a med-surg unit with a higher nurse-to-patient ratio. Job descriptions note excellent critical thinking skills and prior emergency or critical care experience. Are you looking for your dream job? Explore our Step-Down travel nurse opportunities below!