Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: PCU Nursing Float
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours per Shift: 12 hours (7 PM - 7 AM)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: WA or Compact License required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
- Strong clinical skills in a stepdown setting
- Ability to work as part of a cohesive team
- Flexibility to float between units as needed
Description:
The registered nurse will provide patient care in a stepdown unit.
This unit sees high patient turnover and is very busy.
Nurses will have a 1:4 patient ratio.
Common diagnoses include CVA/TIA, STEMI/NSTEMI, chest pain, CHF, renal failure, respiratory distress, DKA, PE/DVT, afib, and pre/post cardiac procedures.
Nurses will administer medications and intravenous drips including nitroglycerin, heparin, and insulin.
The nursing staff will read telemetry strips and have remote telemonitor technicians available.
There is an in-house rapid response team and pharmacy available 24/7.
Certified nurse aides are present to assist with patient care, with a ratio of 1:8-12.
The role requires weekend and holiday availability based on unit needs.
Flexibility in scheduling and floating to other units is essential.
The facility fosters a welcoming and collaborative environment for travelers as part of the team.
Experience in peritoneal dialysis is a plus, but not mandatory.