Stepdown Registered Nurse - Chesapeake, Virginia

Stepdown Registered Nurses are vital in providing exceptional care for patients transitioning from the intensive care unit to lower acuity settings. In this contract opportunity, you'll work collaboratively in a dynamic stepdown unit, ensuring that each patient receives attentive, compassionate support during a crucial stage of recovery.


Key Qualifications:

• Current, active RN license required
• At least one year of recent experience in a stepdown or progressive care setting
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in monitoring, titrating medications, and managing multiple complex patients

Schedule:

• Shifts and hours will be discussed during the interview process, allowing for planning and work-life balance

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess patients who are stable but require close observation and specialized care post-ICU
• Administer medications, conduct frequent assessments, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and their families regarding post-ICU recovery, ongoing care requirements, and health management
• Document all care provided according to established protocols
• Uphold safety, infection control, and patient satisfaction standards

What You'll Gain:

• The opportunity to build your clinical expertise in a respected stepdown setting
• Supportive team environment focused on patient-centered care
• Professional growth working in a fast-paced, collaborative unit

If you're a skilled RN with stepdown expertise eager for a rewarding contract assignment, we encourage you to apply today and make a positive impact on patient recovery during their crucial stepdown transition. Take the next step in your nursing career and submit your application now!