Travel Float Pool Med Surg Tele Stepdown RN - $2,434 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Float
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Float Pool (Med/Surg Tele/Stepdown) position requiring at least 2 years of experience, ACLS, and the ability to float across multiple unit types including Med/Surg, Stepdown, Rehab, and ED Holding.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting floating between Med/Surg, Stepdown (IMCU/3W), IRU (Rehab), and ED Holding units
• Med/Surg units (1W and 2E) are private-room units with 28–29 beds each; Stepdown (3W) is a 28-bed private-room unit
• Med/Surg patient population includes post-surgical, orthopedic, pneumonia, dialysis, palliative/hospice, end-of-life, and low-volume inpatient chemotherapy patients
• Stepdown patient population is heavy cardiac, including dysrhythmias, CVAs, ICU downgrades, and a general mix of complex cases
• Med/Surg nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6–7; Stepdown ratio is 1:4–5 (1:6 if Med/Surg acuity)
• Stepdown RNs must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips; the unit also serves as the central monitor station for the entire hospital
• Drips on Med/Surg include Heparin and comfort-measure MSO4; no cardiac drips — Stepdown requires titration of Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Heparin (insulin is set-rate only; no sedation drips)
• BiPAP, CPAP, and High Flow oxygen are used on both unit types and are managed by Respiratory Therapy
• Charting system is Epic
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7:30a); weekends as scheduled
• Every-other-weekend requirement; Stepdown nights require Friday/Saturday/Sunday coverage
• Holiday coverage is worked into the permanent staff rotation

Requirements

• Active RN license — PA license or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS required for Stepdown assignments
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Telemetry strip reading and interpretation skills required for Stepdown assignments
• Ability to titrate vasoactive and cardiac drips required for Stepdown assignments
• Comfort working with both COVID-positive ('dirty') and standard ('clean') patients simultaneously on Med/Surg
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Copies of all current certifications required for consideration
• 2 references required: 1 supervisor reference (from a permanent facility if worked perm within the last 12 months) and 1 peer or additional supervisor reference (e.g., Charge RN)

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for more than one cumulative year without taking a 2-year break
• Med/Surg orientation consists of 1 shift with a preceptor; Stepdown orientation consists of 2 shifts with a preceptor
• Hospitalist is in-house 24/7; Intensivist is on-site 7 days/week 7a–7p and on-call after hours on the Stepdown unit
• Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy are both available in-house 24/7
• No IV team — difficult IV access is supported by ICU charge nurses or the ICU Director
• CNA support is available on day/mid shifts but not overnight on either unit type
• Navy blue scrubs are required; jackets, if worn, must also be navy blue
• Block scheduling is permitted as long as unit needs are met

American Traveler Job ID #P-733194. 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 - Med/Surg Float Pool

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.