Registered Nurse (RN) Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Stepdown unit. This nursing position involves a night shift and offers the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Unit Information • Unit Type: Stepdown • Number of Beds: 22 • Nurse-Patient Ratio: 1:4 • Common Diagnoses: Heart failure, atrial fibrillation, respiratory distress, stroke • Additional Support: Nurse aides/patient care techs available with a ratio of 1:10 Shift Details • Shift Length: 12 hours • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week • Shift Times: 18:30 – 07:00 • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend • Holiday Requirement: 1 major holiday, 1 minor holiday Role Responsibilities • Provide clinical care to patients in a Stepdown unit setting. • Administer medications and manage IVs, including titration of drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitroglycerin. • Cluster patient monitoring – read and interpret telemetry strips. • Work collaboratively with a charge nurse who also takes a full patient assignment. • Assist with CPAP therapy as needed. • May be required to float to the ICU if appropriately experienced. Qualifications • Years of Experience: 2 years required • Required Certifications: • BLS Certification • ACLS Certification • NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) Orientation and Training New hires will be required to complete a 12-hour department-specific orientation, including a pass/fail exam on skills learned during the orientation. A score of 90% is required to successfully complete the exam. Additional Notes This unit is characterized by a fast-paced environment with frequent admits and discharges. Ideal candidates will possess a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care. Professional Policies • Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care departments; refusal to comply will result in termination. • A driver’s license is required for verification of residency outside a 50-mile radius.