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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,326 per week

PlanetHealthcare, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501

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Planet Healthcare 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:

ASAP Duration:

13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:

12 hours Employment Type:

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Morgantown, WV – 12 Hour Nights

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Morgantown, West Virginia! This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the chance to join a leading healthcare team in a modern, 32-bed stepdown unit, caring for post-surgical thoracic and medicine patients. Morgantown is a vibrant college town in Appalachia, known for its scenic beauty and welcoming community—perfect for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding West Virginia nursing jobs.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

Location:

Morgantown, WV 26506 (West Virginia healthcare job)

Facility:

8 Southeast Stepdown Unit (32 beds)

Assignment Length:

13 weeks (travel nursing contract)

Start Date:

October 27, 2025

End Date:

January 26, 2026

Shift:

12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Hours per Week:

36 guaranteed

Estimated Weekly Salary Range:

$1930 - $2070

Weekend Requirement:

3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule

Holiday Requirement:

As needed

Dress Code:

Royal Blue scrubs

Charting System:

EPIC

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license (Registered Nurse; willing to wait for West Virginia licensure if needed)

At least 1 year of recent MedSurg Stepdown or cardiac stepdown experience

BLS and ACLS certifications required

NIHSS certification required

Proficient in titrating drips and interpreting cardiac rhythms

COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Valid driver’s license with an address outside 50 miles from the facility

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to post-surgical thoracic and medicine patients in a stepdown/telemetry unit

Manage patient assignments with ratios of 1:3 (stepdown) or 1:4 (combo stepdown/floor)

Titrate cardiac medications including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dopamine, Nitro, Esmolol, Heparin, and Lasix per physician orders

Interpret and chart cardiac rhythms every 4 hours or as needed

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team including charge nurses, house supervisors, and CNAs

Utilize BiPAP and trach care as needed (no ventilators required)

Participate in comprehensive unit orientation (3 shifts provided)

Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC

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to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in Morgantown, West Virginia! Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #425649. 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: Cardiac Stepdown About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX

Benefits

Medical benefits Vision benefits Dental benefits 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus