Cardiac Stepdown RN

About the role

A Cardiac Step-Down RN is a registered nurse who provides care for patients recovering from cardiac procedures, surgeries, or events like heart attacks. This role operates between the ICU and the general medical-surgical floor.

Responsibilities

• Communicate unanticipated patient care events and risk management activities to the Director and/or House Supervisor
• Effectively utilize nursing personnel, assist with scheduling, staffing, and assignments
• Supervise and evaluate staff, assist with performance evaluations, and manage HR activities
• Assess supplies and equipment, ensure proper use and functionality, and maintain par levels
• Collaborate with other department managers/supervisors to enhance patient flow and admission/discharge/transfer processes
• Assess patient care delivery and quality, document consistently, and direct staff to make immediate changes in the plan of care
• Interview patients/families on admission and during rounds to enhance positive patient experiences and provide orientation

Requirements

• Current valid State Registered Nurse License
• BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• One full year as an Registered Nurse

Qualifications

• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred
• Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$45.00 - $60.00 per hour

Schedule

Per Diem Nights