Registered Nurse – Step Down (RN)

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Step Down unit. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients transitioning from intensive care, focusing on a variety of complex medical conditions.

Unit Information

The Step Down unit consists of 16-20 beds with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:4. The unit specializes in the management of conditions including, but not limited to:

• Sepsis
• Heart Failure
• Hypertensive Emergency
• Respiratory Failure
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
• Substance Abuse
• Status Epilepticus
• Encephalopathy

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating with the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and provide treatments as prescribed.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort while educating patients and families on care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Participate in unit performance improvement and quality assurance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work in high-stress situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Location

Position based in a Step Down unit located in a community-focused environment in City, State.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional nursing care and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply to join our dedicated team. Your expertise will make a significant impact on patient recovery and overall well-being.