PCU / Stepdown

Step-Down RN | Medical/Surgical/Trauma Unit | Morgantown, WV

This step-down position is based in a fast-paced medical/surgical/trauma unit caring for a high-acuity patient population. The unit specializes in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic fractures, and complex trauma, alongside respiratory-compromised patients requiring BiPAP/CPAP management, tracheostomy care, and chronic ventilator support. Additional clinical focus areas include reconstructive and microvascular plastic surgery, advanced diabetic management, hemodynamic monitoring, and complex wound care.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Rotating holiday requirement
• No on-call requirement
• Floating occurs on a rotational basis shared with unit staff

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week

Clinical Details

• RNs titrate drips including cardizem, labetalol, and amiodarone (no sedative drips on this unit)
• All beds are telemetry-monitored; telemetry techs read strips, but basic EKG interpretation is required of RNs
• Video monitoring in use for patient safety
• Unit charge nurse present on all shifts; house supervisors available 24/7

Requirements

• Active RN license (West Virginia or compact)
• BLS and ACLS required
• Strong assessment skills and ability to adapt to a high-acuity environment
• Basic EKG interpretation
• Experience with titratable drips preferred

Scrubs: Royal blue

Cancellation Policy: Up to 2 shifts per 13-week contract