Travel Step Down Unit RN - $3,215 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The step down nursing position is based in a West Virginia healthcare facility in Morgantown. This role involves providing specialized care for patients with cardiac conditions, including heart failure, cardiac surgery, and general medical-surgical cases. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic acute care environment.

Job Details:

• Shift: Weekend Days 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid license to submit; Certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) AHA, and National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS); at least 1 year of full-time experience in a step down unit preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac experience is beneficial.
• Schedule: Self-scheduling available in Kronos with flexibility; weekend requirements include 3-4 weekend days (Saturday and Sunday), 2 Fridays, and 2 Mondays within a 4-week schedule.
• Additional Information: The unit features a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 for step down and 1:5 or 6 for general floors. RNs are required to titrate various drips, including Heparin, insulin, Nitro, Cardizem, Nicardipine, Lasix, Amiodarone, and Dobutamine. The team includes dedicated charge nurses per shift and clinical associates or nurse aids. RT equipment available includes NC, CPAP, BiPAP, HFNC, and trach to vent. Tele monitoring is performed by Phillips monitors. Floating is required, with pulls to the floor typically occurring once per shift.
• Other Details: Dress code is royal blue scrubs. Unit-specific orientation is provided. No call or standby required. Cancellation policy involves 2 shifts per 13-week assignment.
• Start Date: 07/13/2026.
• Location: 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1280055. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus