Job Summary: As a Registered Nurse in our Stepdown Unit, you will play a crucial role in the care and recovery of patients who require a higher level of monitoring and support than those on a general medical-surgical floor but are not in the intensive care unit. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, assess patients' conditions, administer medications, and educate patients and their families on their treatment plans. Your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will contribute to the overall well-being of our patients.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care: Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Stepdown Unit, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing ventilators and other specialized equipment.
2. Assessment: Conduct thorough patient assessments, document findings, and develop individualized care plans based on patient needs.
3. Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
4. Education: Educate patients and their families on their conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques to promote recovery and prevent complications.
5. Advocacy: Advocate for patients' needs and preferences while maintaining their safety and well-being.
6. Monitoring: Continuously monitor patients' progress and respond promptly to any changes in their condition, adjusting care plans as necessary.
7. Documentation: Maintain accurate and complete patient records, including nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
8. Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
9. Teamwork: Work collaboratively with the healthcare team, including nursing colleagues, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff, to provide coordinated and efficient care.
10. Compliance: Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in state of practice
• BSN or ADN from an accredited nursing program
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with experience in a stepdown or similar unit preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and holidays

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

Stepdown RN
13 week assignment
36 hrs
12 hr nights, 7p-7:30a with an every 3rd weekend requirement
BLS & ACLS certs
MO or multi-state license
Will float to Med Surg, Tele, and Rehab units as needed
Must be comfortable with taking isolation patients including COVID
Experience with drips including Cardizem, Amio, Heparin and Dobutamine
Experience with Special Procedures/Equipment: Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, Bipap, Airvo
Allscripts charting
Black scrubs
10/30 start
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