Job Opportunity – Step-Down Neuro Registered Nurse – Ohio
Start Date: September 25, 2026
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, 12-hour shifts. Contract length of 13-20 weeks with winter coverage focus. Holiday rotation required (at least every other holiday).
Highlights:
- Step-Down Neuro specialty with focused neuroscience patient population
- Night shift schedule providing consistent work-life balance
- Flexible contract options: 13-week or 20-week assignments available
- Progressive care environment at a major teaching facility
- Comprehensive orientation including ECG rhythm recognition and medication safety training
- Extension opportunities available for up to 18 months
Requirements:
- Active Ohio RN license or valid Compact State license (must be in hand prior to submission)
- Minimum 12 months of permanent experience in Step-Down Neuro specialty
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA or American Red Cross), ACLS, and NIHSS
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience strongly preferred
- Professional reference from a manager, supervisor, or director from within the past 12 months
- Successful completion of ECG rhythm recognition test and safeMedicate assessment during orientation
- COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- Clear background check with no open cases and clean license history
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a specialized neuroscience step-down unit at a leading healthcare facility in Northeast Ohio. You'll provide critical care to neurological patients while working alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence. With flexible contract lengths and extension possibilities, this role is ideal for experienced nurses seeking to advance their neuroscience expertise in a supportive, technology-forward environment.