Location: Medical Center - Fort Worth Department: Cardiac Stepdown Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 36 Summary: The RN Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs of each patient. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff Nurse serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team. 3 South – Cardiac Stepdown Unit Cardiac Stepdown is a 14-bed, fast-paced unit. You will see a variety of diagnoses, including pre- and post- op congenital heart defect patients from the Cardiac ICU, post-cardiac catheterization, and telemetry overflow patients. You will provide care to patients with central lines, pacemakers, chest tubes, high-flow nasal cannulas, and occasionally tracheostomies, as well as home ventilators. Shift: 7p - 7a Education/Experience • 1 year of direct nursing experience required. • Associate's in Nursing. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification • Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license. • BLS - American Heart Association. Post hire Req: • PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines. About Us: Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.