Travel Cardiac Telemetry Stepdown RN - $2,344 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bridgeport, West Virginia.

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac/Telemetry Stepdown (7N) position at an acute care, Level II Trauma facility in West Virginia, requiring drip titration experience and night shift availability.

• 29-bed Cardiac/Telemetry Stepdown unit (7N) in an acute care, Level II Trauma hospital
• Patient population includes cardiac patients, CR bands, post-cath, AMI, post-op lung surgeries (after CCU), respiratory failure, chest tubes, pacemakers, and post-PCI cases — no sheath pulls or arterial lines
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6
• CNA support available, ideally 1 CNA per 12 patients (typically 3 on days, 2 on nights)
• Charge nurse available 24/7; day charge does not carry a patient assignment, night charge does
• Nurses must read and interpret their own telemetry strips using Philips monitors
• CPAP and BiPap present on unit; managed by Respiratory Therapy
• Charting via Epic (experience required)
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a)
• Every-other-weekend requirement (Saturday and Sunday)
• Floating to other Med/Surg Tele units as needed
• Holiday rotation shared with permanent staff

• Active WV RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Telemetry strip reading and interpretation experience required
• Must be proficient in titrating cardiac drips (e.g., Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Integrelin, Heparin, Ativan, Lasix, and Nitro up to 50 mcg)
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN not required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 references required — 1 supervisor and 1 peer or additional supervisor (if perm employment within last 12 months, one reference must be from that facility)
• Skills checklist completed within the past year required for consideration

• Responsible for the care of cardiac and cardiopulmonary stepdown patients, including post-surgical and respiratory cases
• EKG testing (pass/fail) is required for this stepdown unit
• Scrub color requirement: royal blue
• No artificial (false) nails permitted
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
• Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a minimum 2-year break before reapplying
• Cumulative travel experience at WVU Medicine facilities may not exceed one year; a 2-year break is required once that threshold is reached

American Traveler Job ID #P-700126. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.