Registered Nurse - Critical Care Stepdown (Days)

About the Role

Provide high-quality, patient-centered care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices.
• Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reports to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Administer medications, monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-ICU), and support recovery.
• Participate in unit huddles, quality improvement initiatives, and shared governance activities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN preferred).
• Current Missouri RN license or compact license.
• Required certifications: BLS; ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown-related certifications preferred.

Professional Growth Opportunities

• Participation in structured career pathways to develop assessment, communication, critical-thinking, and time-management skills.
• Potential advancement into ICU, Telemetry, Behavioral Health, ED, and other specialties within 12–18 months.
• Access to ongoing education, mentorship, certification support, and committee involvement.

Work Environment

Join a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to holistic care, dignity, and excellence, supporting your growth and development in a nurturing environment.