Stepdown

Stepdown (SDU) Nurse – 7 PM–7 AM

Location: Birmingham, AL

Contract Duration: 16 weeks

Start Date: September 28, 2026

About the Role

The facility is seeking an experienced RN for its stepdown unit. You'll care for moderate-acuity patients transitioning from ICU or at risk of deterioration—those requiring closer monitoring than a medical-surgical unit but not intensive care. This is a night shift position with a typical patient load of 3–4 patients per assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Administer medications, including IV drips, per physician orders
• Assess and manage patients at risk of clinical decline
• Respond to rapid response and code interventions as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, intensivists, and the care team on the plan of care
• Educate patients and families about their condition, treatment, and recovery
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record
• Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols

Requirements

• Active RN license in Alabama (or compact license)
• 2+ years of recent stepdown or telemetry experience required
• BLS and ACLS certification (required)
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
• PCCN certification preferred
• Travel nursing experience required
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and moderate-acuity patient care