PCU / Stepdown
Pediatric Stepdown – Night Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced pediatric nurse for a night stepdown unit serving patients ages up to 25 years. This is a 13-week contract position working nights.
Schedule
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 4 days per week
- Must work at least every other holiday
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
Clinical Focus
You'll provide specialized care for stepdown patients, with emphasis on epilepsy monitoring and management of medically complex pediatric and young adult patients. Experience with EKG interpretation, inotrope administration, and hemodynamic monitoring is essential.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 12 months permanent experience in pediatric nursing (specialty-specific preferred)
- Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Permanent Ohio license or valid compact state license in hand at time of submission
- NIHSS certification preferred
- Ability to pass ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate assessments during orientation (two attempts allowed)
Additional Requirements
- Negative 10-panel drug screen (including nicotine) completed within 12 months of start date
- Nicotine-free status required (nurses exempt from this requirement)
- Background check and BCI/FBI fingerprints must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
- COVID-19 and flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions only)
What to Expect
You'll join an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced stepdown environment. Orientation includes online modules and competency assessments to ensure patient safety and clinical excellence.