**Exciting Opportunity for an RN in Cardiac Step-Down Unit!**
**Job Description:**
- **Unit Information:**
- Location: Asheville, NC
- Floor: 5th floor
- Type of Building: Owen Heart Center (Heart Tower)
- **Unit Highlights:**
- 40-bed cardiac step-down unit
- Dynamic day and night shifts
- Patient Ratios: 1:4 (maximum 1:5 for stretch staffing)
- Types of Patients:
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Myocardial Infarction (MI)
- Chest Pain (CP)
- Arrhythmias
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Valvular Disease
- Endocarditis
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Post cardiac catheterization/stenting
- Post pacemaker/ICD/ablation
- **Role Requirements:**
- Must-Have Skills:
- Stepdown or progressive care experience
- Telemetry experience
- Proficient in titratable or cardiac IV medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, etc.)
- Preferred Skills:
- Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin)
- Relief charge experience
- **Typical Procedures:**
- Bedside Cardioversion
- **Personality Fit:**
- Flexible and adaptable
- Positive attitude
- Great team player
- Compassionate toward patients
- **Certifications Required:**
- BLS
- ACLS
- **Additional Information:**
- Dress Code: All white, all navy blue, or white top with navy blue pants.
- Floating Areas: All MedSurg units, Stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding.
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend.
**Why Catalytic Solutions (CatSol):**
At CatSol, we connect dedicated therapists with rewarding assignments across the country. Enjoy competitive pay, seamless onboarding, and a supportive recruiter who’s with you every step of the way. Join us — where your expertise makes a difference every day.