Stepdown RN
WorkWave Staff·Morgantown, West Virginia
WorkWave Staff·Morgantown, West Virginia
Provide comprehensive nursing care and continuous telemetry monitoring for high-acuity medical and surgical patients in a Level I Trauma Teaching Hospital. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage complex patient needs and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR.
Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult Stepdown patients with medical and surgical conditions. Perform ongoing patient assessments and monitor for changes in condition. Provide care for patients requiring continuous telemetry and close observation. Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and other ordered treatments safely and accurately. Recognize and respond promptly to cardiac, respiratory, and neurological changes in patient status. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members. Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning. Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR). Maintain compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention standards, and patient safety protocols.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state. Candidates do not need a West Virginia RN license in hand at the time of application. Licensure may be obtained prior to the start of the assignment, if required by the facility. Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Current BLS Certification required. Current ACLS Certification required. Minimum of 2 years of recent Stepdown, Progressive Care (PCU), Telemetry, or Acute Care nursing experience preferred. Previous experience in a Level I Trauma Center or Teaching Hospital highly preferred. Strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. Important Assignment Requirements This is a contract position at a Level I Trauma Teaching Hospital. Local candidates will not be considered. Applicants must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this assignment. Must meet all facility credentialing and onboarding requirements prior to start date. If you are an experienced Stepdown RN seeking a rewarding contract opportunity in a premier academic medical center, we encourage you to apply today!
Requires an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and a degree from an accredited nursing program. A minimum of 2 years of experience in Stepdown, PCU, or Telemetry nursing is preferred.
Market context
In West Virginia, nursing and personal care aide roles are typically in steady demand because long-term care, home health, and assisted living settings rely on consistent direct-care staffing. These positions are competitive when candidates already hold CPR/First Aid, can safely lift and transfer residents, and show readiness for hands-on resident support. On this platform, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; if you plan to apply, confirm your aide training and certification details before submitting.
