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Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Care / Step-Down Unit

The Staff Pad
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026 CLOSED ON 4/22/2026

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Registered Nurse – Critical Care / Step-Down Unit
The Staff Pad | Wausau, WI | Multiple Shifts Available

The Staff Pad is partnering with a leading healthcare system to hire Registered Nurses for a high-acuity Critical Care / Step-Down Unit.


This unit cares for a complex patient population including cardiothoracic, post-surgical, and telemetry patients—offering exposure to ICU-level skills in a structured, team-driven environment. 


What You’ll Do:
  • Provide care for patients requiring higher acuity monitoring (drips, chest tubes, central lines)

  • Collaborate with a strong interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting

  • Manage frequent admissions, discharges, and transfers

  • Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on safety and outcomes

What We’re Looking For:
  • RN license (WI or compact eligible)

  • BLS required, ACLS preferred

  • Open to new grads and experienced nurses

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Why This Role:
  • Exposure to advanced cardiac and critical care pathways

  • Strong leadership presence and structured workflows

  • Expansion into a new cardiac-focused tower

  • Opportunities for growth into Charge RN and specialty roles


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