Stepdown RN in Morgantown, West Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Morgantown, WV
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,811/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 10, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $78.08
- Weekly
- $2,811
- Yearly (full-time)
- $146,172
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $78.08/hour — 103% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia ($38.52/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia right now
- 534 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in West Virginia from 6 agencies, 197 of them in Morgantown.
- Pay in these listings: $30.82 – $97.36/hour, median $58.56/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in West Virginia: $38.52/hour ($80,122/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($61.53/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Join our team for a 13-week travel contract in Morgantown, West Virginia, as a MedSurg Nurse on a night shift. This role involves working 12-hour overnight shifts in a well-equipped unit that manages a variety of patients, including those requiring stepdown care and floor treatment. You’ll be engaging in advanced patient monitoring, reading and interpreting telemetry strips, and potentially managing titratable drips—a chance to sharpen your clinical skills in a fast-paced environment. The unit boasts a supportive team with a charge nurse and transport RN from 7 am to 7:30 pm, and RT coverage available 24/7. Your day-to-day will be focused, but the experience gained will be unmatched, like mastering the rhythm of a complex, yet rewarding, symphony of care.
Weather:
Expect mild to warm weather around this time — comfortable temperatures and occasional rain showers create a cozy environment perfect for exploring or unwinding after shifts. Morgantown’s climate offers pleasant days for outdoor activities and scenic exploration.
Fun Things To Do:
- Hiking at Coopers Rock State Forest: Enjoy breathtaking views and scenic trails just a short drive away.
- Visit the West Virginia Botanic Gardens: Explore diverse plant collections and tranquil walking paths.
- Weekend trip to Pittsburgh, PA: Discover museums, sports events, and vibrant nightlife.
- Explore Fallingwater: Tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic house nestled in the Pennsylvania woods.
- Tour Rail Tales Museum: Dive into the region’s rich railroad history with exhibits and train rides.
Job Specifics:
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 48
This position involves working on the MedSurg Stepdown and Floor unit with a staffing ratio of 1:3 for stepdown and 1:5-6 for floor patients. Full certification in BLS is required, and ACLS certification is preferred. The role requires proficiency with telemetry, reading strips, and managing titratable drips. Flexibility to float to other units may be necessary. Dress code is royal blue scrubs.
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