Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN - $2,326 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Stepdown RN with strong cardiac/vascular experience for a nights position requiring drip titration skills and telemetry unit familiarity.

Details

• Work in the acute care Cardiac Stepdown unit (10SE Heart & Vascular Institute) of a hospital
• 32-bed unit with all private rooms (22 stepdown, 12 floor beds)
• Stepdown ratio of 1 RN to 3 patients; floor ratio of 1 RN to 6 patients
• Care for cardiac surgery post-op patients (CABG, mid cabs, maze, valve replacements, TAVRs, LVAD, heart transplants) and vascular surgery patients (AAA repair, CEA, femoral bypass, amputations)
• Care for cardiology patients including STEMI, NSTEMI, heart failure, and cardiac cath procedures (PTCA, stents, ICDs, ablations, pacemakers)
• Titrate drips including Heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, TPA, Lasix, and dobutamine
• Unit has Certified Monitor Techs who interpret telemetry strips
• Uses respiratory equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, and Hi-flow
• Supported by Unit Charge Nurses and House Supervisors 24/7, with Clinical Associates at a 1:8-10 ratio
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, three per week, with every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required
• Floating required to sister units within the Heart and Vascular Institute
• No call or standby requirement, though overtime is available

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Cardiac/vascular nursing experience required
• BSN not required for this position
• Unexpired driver's license required for consideration
• Driver's license address must be outside 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to complex cardiac and vascular surgery patients as well as cardiology patients requiring telemetry monitoring
• Unit is recognized for delivering excellent, quality patient care within a collaborative teamwork environment
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2-3 shifts
• Dress code requires solid royal blue and white scrubs
• Previous permanent employees must have a 2-year break before returning as travelers
• Previous travelers who completed a full year must have a 2-year break before returning
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than one cumulative year without taking a 2-year break

American Traveler Job ID #P-737698. 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.