Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Step-Down Unit – Ohio
Start Date: December 4, 2026
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Day/Night rotating shifts, 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM / 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM). Shifts may vary to meet operational needs. Required to work at least every other holiday. Potential to float to similar step-down units and emergency department for the same patient population.
Highlights:
- High-acuity step-down unit offering diverse clinical experience with critical care patients
- Opportunity to expand skills with float coverage to multiple units caring for similar patient populations
- Comprehensive orientation including ECG rhythm recognition and medication safety assessments
- Extension opportunities available for up to 18 months for qualified candidates
- Pre-start modules provided with billable orientation time
- 13-week assignment with potential for long-term placement
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse license: Must hold a permanent Ohio RN license or compact state license in hand at time of application
- Minimum 12 months of permanent experience in step-down or similar acute care specialty required
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA or American Red Cross), ACLS, and NIHSS – all must be active at time of submission
- Professional reference from a manager, supervisor, or director from specialty work within the past 12 months required
- Must pass ECG rhythm recognition test and safeMedicate assessment during orientation (two attempts maximum)
- COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
- Completion of background check and fingerprinting within 48 hours of contract signing
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers registered nurses the chance to work in a high-quality step-down environment while gaining exposure to critical care patient populations across multiple units. You'll be part of a collaborative healthcare team committed to exceptional patient outcomes in a leading medical facility. This role is ideal for experienced nurses seeking professional growth, schedule flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives during critical phases of their care.