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Travel Neuro Stepdown & Epilepsy Monitoring Nurse - $2,380 per week

American Traveler, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501

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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/17/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Stepdown and EMU position requiring strong neuro skills and night shift flexibility. Responsibilities Position is based in a hospital Neuro Stepdown and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) with 31 total beds Cares for higher acuity neuroscience patients, including strokes, seizures, craniotomies, and post-TPA patients Stepdown nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3 and EMU ratio is 1:5-6 Night shifts consist of three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am, including weekends and holidays as part of a rotation Epic EMR system is used; prior Epic experience is required May float to units including 7E, 7W, 7NE, or 10W as needed Royal blue scrubs are required Two shifts of unit-based orientation are provided Primary responsibilities include caring for patients with neurological diagnoses and monitoring in the EMU Charge nurse and respiratory therapy are available 24/7 on the unit Travelers may not have vent management responsibilities; floor vents are managed by RT and physicians Travelers may be expected to participate in a holiday rotation schedule Former perm staff or travelers at any WVU facility must have a two-year gap before returning After one year of cumulative work within WVU, a two-year break is required before return Pass/fail EKG testing may be required for stepdown unit assignments First-time travelers are accepted for this role Requirements Active WV or compact RN license Minimum of 2 years of neuro stepdown experience required Certifications required: BLS and NIHSS; ACLS is preferred Experience with titratable drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, nitro, dopamine, nipride, ketamine, lasix, bumex, and insulin preferred Epic charting experience required Must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible COVID-19 vaccination is required, with medical or religious exemptions considered Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-633201. 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 - 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.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a