Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job
HealthForce Healthcare · Lawton, OK · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareContract
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,930-$2,018 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Nights
- Start date: 07/27/2026
- Weekend schedule: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care for step-down cardiology patients, including STEMI/NSTEMI evaluation, CP rule-out, CHF management, and post-cardiothoracic surgery after ICU, with noninvasive ventilation as needed.
- Maintain hemodynamic stability, manage invasive lines as appropriate, and collaborate with the cardiology and critical care teams on patient care plans.
- Float to Medical-Surgical or Emergency Department settings to cover CVCU/Med/Surg holds as required.
- Ensure accurate documentation, timely assessments, care plans, and patient education while maintaining safety and infection control standards.
- Support multidisciplinary care coordination, discharge planning, and family communication as part of comprehensive unit care.
Requirements
- Oklahoma Registered Nurse license (active)
- ACLS and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of Step-Down/SDU experience
- Ability to float to Med/Surg or ER to support CVCU/Med/Surg holds
- Flexibility with scheduling; no block scheduling required
- Availability to work 3x12 Night shifts; include weekend rotations (6 weekends per 6 weeks)
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support from onboarding through return home
- Potential extension opportunities based on unit needs and performance
- Comprehensive credentialing and onboarding assistance