RN - Stepdown

PCU Registered Nurse (RN)We are seeking a skilled and dedicated PCU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Stepdown unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care during 12-hour night shifts. This position requires teamwork, a positive attitude, and a commitment to patient-oriented care.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide nursing care to patients in a stepdown unit, adhering to established protocols and standards.Monitor and interpret patient vital signs and respond to changes in patient condition.Titrate intravenous drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitroglycerin.Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.Read and interpret cardiac monitor strips.Assist in the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.Utilize respiratory therapy equipment, such as CPAP, and troubleshoot as necessary.Support and mentor junior nursing staff and assist in their orientation.Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.QualificationsRequired Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a stepdown or critical care unit.Certifications: Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications are required.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to read and interpret EKG strips independently.Unit InformationUnit Type: StepdownNumber of Beds: 22Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4Nurse Aids/Patient Care Techs: Yes, with a ratio of 1:10.Fast-paced unit with frequent admissions and discharges.Scheduling and AvailabilityShift Length: 12 hours, night shifts.Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend.Holiday Requirements: One major holiday and one minor holiday annually.Floating Requirements: May float to ICU if experience allows.Additional InformationNew hires will be required to pass an open-book exam on skills learned during orientation. A passing score of 90% is required to continue in the position.Please note that artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas.