RN - Step Down

Details

Client Name
Heart Hospital of Austin

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Step Down

Job ID
38759469

Job Title
RN - Step Down

Weekly Pay
$1757.16


Shift Details

Shift
12-Hour NOC

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
08/31/2026

End Date
11/30/2026

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Job Opportunity

Position: RN - PCU (Backfill Contract)

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Unit Profile

This unique position is situated within a medium-sized progressive care unit (PCU) that offers a diverse and challenging environment. The unit showcases exceptional patient care, teamwork, and staff commitment.

Unit Information

• Location: Austin, TX
• Unit Composition:
  
  
  • 52 PCU Beds
  • 6 Intermediate Care (IMC) Beds
  • 14 Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Beds
• Staffing: Approximately 80 Registered Nurses (RNs) and 40 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
• Patient Ratios:
  
  
  • 1:5 for RNs
  • PCTs manage 7-15 patients

Equipment

• Welch Allyn vital sign machines
• GE EKG machines
• Pyxis medication dispensing systems
• PC computers
• Stat strip (nova) glucometers
• Philips remote telemetry units and in-room monitors
• iMobile iPhones for staff communication

Candidate Qualifications

Required Skill Sets:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology, including care for patients with open hearts, heart failure, post-cardiac catheterization, and valve surgery

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs)
• Proficiency in Meditech EMR

Typical Procedures Performed

• Cardioversion
• Radiologist-guided thoracentesis
• Care for patients post-catheterization, electrophysiology (including pacemakers and ablations), and advanced heart failure treatments

Work Environment

We are seeking team-oriented candidates who are willing to assist both RNs and PCTs, and adhere closely to unit policies and procedures. Our team emphasizes fall prevention and skin integrity, with dedicated Clinical Nurse Coordinators (CNCs) available for guidance during shifts.

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Note: Fleece jackets are not acceptable attire.

Awards and Recognition

• Top 5% of patient experience units in the organization
• Ranked number 3 in patient care experience for Q4 2023

Additional Information

Join a highly skilled team in a well-equipped environment that fosters professional growth and provides excellent working conditions. We encourage candidates who are enthusiastic about nursing and dedicated to patient care to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Client Details

Address
3801 North Lamar Blvd.

City
Austin

State
TX

Zip Code
78756