Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment in Wheeling, WV

Travel RN opportunity in Wheeling, West Virginia: bring your cardiac stepdown experience to a dynamic intermediate care unit providing high-acuity, compassionate patient care.

Bring your cardiac care expertise to a dynamic intermediate care unit in Wheeling, West Virginia, a welcoming Ohio River city known for its historic charm, scenic views, and easy access to outdoor recreation and local amenities. This 13-week travel Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where you’ll care for patients with a variety of cardiac and stepdown needs while supporting high-quality, compassionate care.

Job Details

• Setting: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care Unit
• Location: Wheeling, WV 26003
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, weekends as scheduled
• Shift Duration: 12 Hour Nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,040 – $2,150
• Charting System: Epic
• Openings: 2
• Patient Care Environment: Acute care intermediate care unit with cardiac stepdown and overflow patients

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• At least 1 year of recent acute care, telemetry, or stepdown nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Ability to independently interpret telemetry strips
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips preferred
• Comfortable floating as needed to Tele or MedSurg units
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work scheduled weekends and occasional holidays

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide care for cardiac stepdown and intermediate acuity patients, including chest pain, CHF, arrhythmias, and post-procedure recovery
• Monitor telemetry and recognize changes in patient condition quickly and accurately
• Titrate ordered drips according to policy and clinical need
• Perform assessments, document care in Epic, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Support pre- and post-cardiac catheterization patients, including radial band management and groin checks
• Assist with patient transfers and floating assignments as needed to support unit coverage
• Deliver safe, patient-centered care while maintaining strong communication with providers and ancillary departments

Apply now for this Travel RN job in Wheeling, West Virginia and join a healthcare team that values strong cardiac nursing skills, teamwork, and quality patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.