Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,316 per week in Weirton, WV

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Weirton
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Weirton, WV Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,316 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Weirton, West Virginia, 26062! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Stepdown Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 2 years License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS Must-Have: - 2 years of Stepdown/PCU experience - Comfortable with cardiac monitoring and cardiac drips - Ability to titrate drips Description: The unit has a total of 30 beds. Nurse to Patient Ratios are 1:4-6, depending on acuity. Common diagnoses include cardiac patients, post pneumonia, post cath lab, seizures, and ETOH. CIWA protocols and pacemaker management are part of the care provided. Nurses are required to titrate drips such as cardizem, amio, nitro, heparin, dopamine, dobutamine, and angiomax. There is a Charge Nurse on each shift. The day shift Charge Nurse does not take a patient assignment unless necessary. The night shift Charge Nurse will take a lighter patient assignment. There are nurse aids/patient care techs available on the unit. Their duties include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vitals, and answering call lights. The hospitalist and intensitivist are available in-house 24/7, while a primary attending is on-duty with on-call support at night. Respiratory therapy is available around the clock and is assigned to the unit. Nurses are expected to troubleshoot respiratory equipment; respiratory therapists manage treatment and equipment. There are Tele/Monitor Techs available 24/7, but nurses are also required to read and interpret monitoring strips. Shifts are structured to allow for self-scheduling, allowing nurses to create an ideal work schedule. Weekend requirements include working every other weekend. Holiday requirements may include rotation for holidays. There is no call or standby requirement for this position. Traveling nurses can float to any inpatient unit, with priority given to them for floating. The dress code for this position is navy blue scrubs. Two days of general orientation are provided with one day spent with a preceptor. The charting system used is Cerner. A BSN is not required for this position. This is an acute care setting within the nursing division. The position involves night shifts, with scheduling on weekends as needed. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Different healthcare facilities may have varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies, contributing to your technological literacy. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29220598EXPTEMP

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