Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Wheeling, WV

Job Title

Registered Nurse – IMC / PCU / Stepdown (Intermediate Care Unit)

Location

Wheeling, WV

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit managing diagnoses including chest pain, rule-out MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post-pacer, pre/post cardiac catheterization, and Tikosyn therapy patients
• Monitor and interpret telemetry strips independently using Nihon Kohden monitoring equipment
• Titrate vasoactive and cardiac drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitroglycerin, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• Manage radial bands and perform groin checks for post-cath patients; does not include pulling sheaths
• Document and manage patient care using Sunrise EMR
• Float as needed to Telemetry or Med-Surg units with adjusted patient ratios

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license — any licensing history or hits must be disclosed at time of submission
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Ability to independently read and interpret telemetry strips
• Proficiency with drip titration for cardiac and vasoactive medications
• Ability to work a minimum of 4 weekend night shifts per 4-week schedule
• Flexibility to work holidays as needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an Intermediate Care, PCU, or Stepdown unit setting
• Familiarity with Sunrise EMR and Nihon Kohden telemetry monitoring systems
• Experience managing intermediate-acuity cardiac patients including post-cath care and Tikosyn therapy

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported unit with 24/7 in-house Hospitalist, Intensivist, IV Team, Respiratory Therapy, and Pharmacy coverage
• Self-scheduling is available with up to 4 requested days off per month, provided unit needs are met