Telemetry Day Shift Travel RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown/IMCU position requiring telemetry strip interpretation and critical drip titration skills.
Details

• Work in a 28-bed private room Stepdown/IMCU unit within an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes heavy cardiac cases, dysrhythmias, CVAs, and patients downgraded from the ICU
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5, or 1:6 for MedSurg acuity patients
• Nurses serve as the central monitor station for the whole hospital and must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Must be able to titrate drips including Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Heparin
• Manages patients on Bipap, Cpap, and High Flow vent support
• Uses EPIC EMR (transitioning from Cerner)
• 12-hour day shifts, 7A-7P, 3 shifts per week
• Must work every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and every other holiday, including Christmas or New Year's
• Potential float assignments to the ICU as helping hands
• In-house hospitalist 24/7 and intensivist support in the ICU

Requirements
Active RN license (PA or Compact) required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
Acute care Stepdown/Tele unit experience required
Must be competent in reading and interpreting telemetry strips
Experience titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Heparin) required
EPIC EMR experience preferred
Additional Information

• Provide telemetry and stepdown-level nursing care to cardiac and post-ICU patients
• 2-shift floor-specific orientation with a preceptor provided
• No IV team on-site, though ICU charge nurses or the ICU Director are available for difficult IV access
• In-house respiratory therapy and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Navy blue scrub color required (jackets, if worn, must also be navy blue)
• Unit director supports block scheduling and maintains open communication with staff
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered for this travel position
• Former WVU Medicine travelers must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers may not work within the WVU system for longer than one year without a 2-year break
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-776401. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown
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.