Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Fairmont, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Step Down Unit RN in West Virginia. This acute care position involves providing specialized care for patients with respiratory issues, weakness, urinary tract infections, acute kidney injury, and chest pain. The role requires delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting, with the ability to manage titratable drips and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid license to submit, certifications including Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA); at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Patient Population & Clinical Responsibilities: Respiratory issues, weakness, urinary tract infections, acute kidney injury, chest pain, with a focus on titrating drips such as Heparin, insulin, Cardizem, and amidarone
- Certifications & Skills: BLS, ACLS are required
- Staffing & Unit Information: Nurse aides available on the unit, with ratios of 1:3 in Step Down and 1:5-6 on other floors; House Supervisor duties assigned to RN role; RT equipment including Cpap, BiPap, high flow; monitor techs available with occasional strip reading at the designated monitoring station
- Additional Details: All submissions must include a copy of the candidates unexpired drivers license and disclose licensing hits at the time of submission. The unit has a 50-mile radius submission rule. Unit-specific orientation will be provided. No floating requirements. Client may cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week assignment or 1 shift if less than 13 weeks.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1289244. 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: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus