Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview The Registered Nurse (RN) position in this stepdown unit offers an exciting opportunity to work with a variety of patients, primarily adults and geriatrics. The focus is on delivering high-quality care to individuals with cardiac-related issues and other complex medical conditions. Unit Information • Unit Type: Stepdown • # of Beds: 32 • Nurse:Patient Ratios: 1:4-5, occasionally 5-6 on nights, with PCU level care overflow at 1:3 Common Diagnoses • Cardiac catheterizations • Electrophysiology studies • Pacing interventions • Alcohol withdrawal (ETOH) • COVID-19 related cases requiring BiPAP • General surgical cases with cardiac histories • Medical patients with chronic conditions such as pneumonia, influenza, and sepsis Qualifications • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a similar role with PCU experience • Certifications Required: ACLS, BLS • Skills: Ability to read cardiac strips and manage titratable drips (e.g., Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix) • Technical Skills: Experience with Epic electronic health record system preferred Shift Details • Shift Length: 12 hours • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week • Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend • Holiday Requirements: Every other holiday • Floating Requirements: May be required to float across different areas, including helping hands in PCU and MS units, as well as potential ER holds or boarding Additional Information • Support Staff: Nurse aides/patient care technicians are available with a ratio of 1:10 • Orientation: 2 shifts of department-specific orientation (12-hour shifts) • Dress Code: Any color scrubs are acceptable; scrubs not provided This role provides a dynamic and collaborative environment for nursing professionals who thrive on contributing to patient care and improving health outcomes in a fast-paced setting.