PCU / Stepdown

Stepdown Unit RN – 7 PM–7 AM | 13-Week Contract

About the Role

The facility is seeking an experienced RN for its stepdown unit. You'll provide nursing care to patients requiring closer monitoring than medical-surgical but not ICU-level care—many transitioning from ICU or at risk of clinical deterioration.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Administer medications, including select IV drips, per physician orders
• Assess and manage moderate-acuity patients; collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on the plan of care
• Respond to rapid response and code interventions as needed
• Educate patients and families on condition, treatment, and recovery
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient response accurately
• Manage a typical patient load of 3–4 patients
• Maintain infection control and fall prevention protocols

Requirements

• Active RN license in state of practice (or compact license as applicable)
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1+ years of recent stepdown/telemetry experience required
• 2+ years of specialty experience and travel nursing experience
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and moderate-acuity patient management
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
• PCCN (Progressive Care Certified Nurse) preferred

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (nights)
• Start Date: December 7, 2026