TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Saint Louis, Missouri, 63136!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Step Down
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: 2 years minimum required
License: MO or compact state license required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required
Must-Have:
Titration of vasopressors
Sedation medication
Insulin drips
Tracheostomy care
Arterial lines
Chest tubes
Description:
This position is for a Registered Nurse in a Step Down Unit.
The focus is on providing care for patients transitioning from the intensive care unit.
Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 during day shifts.
Two weekend shifts per month are required.
Experience in managing high acuity patients is essential.
The unit typically handles complex medical cases, so familiarity with critical care procedures is preferred.
Knowledge in the following areas is necessary: care of ventilated patients, cardiac telemetry, and IV insulin protocols.
The nurse will need to be proficient in interpreting arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias.
Additional skills include administering blood products and managing chest tubes.
Floating to lower acuity floors may be required as needed.
The nursing team will work alongside interdisciplinary support staff, including respiratory therapists and social services.
Strong communication and teamwork skills are critical for success in this role.