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PCU / Stepdown

Mayfield Heights, OH

Night Shift Med/Surg Stepdown Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Med/Surg Stepdown nurse for night shift work. You'll join a team caring for post-acute patients transitioning from intensive care, managing moderate acuity conditions and supporting recovery.

Shift & Schedule

  • 3 x 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
  • 13-week contract starting December 4, 2026
  • Charge nurse experience preferred

Requirements

  • Minimum 12 months permanent Med/Surg PCU/Stepdown experience
  • Permanent Ohio license or active compact state license (must be in hand at submission)
  • Active BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen (including nicotine) within 12 months of start; updated annually
  • Background check review; no open cases or license hits accepted
  • BCI/FBI background prints required within 48 hours of contract signing
  • Two attempts permitted to pass ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate assessments during orientation

Candidate Notes

  • Locals welcome
  • References strongly recommended to expedite review
  • All certifications must be active and in hand at submission—pending certifications are not accepted
  • Nicotine-free requirement applies (Nurses are exempt)
  • Pre-start orientation modules required (6–15 hours average)
  • Extensions available up to 18 months; 6-month break required thereafter

Location: Mayfield Heights, OH