RN - Stepdown

Details

Client Name
Onvida Health Yuma Medical Center

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Stepdown

Job ID
38196027

Weekly Pay
$2404.91


Shift Details

Shift
3X12 Nights

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
10/19/2026

End Date
01/18/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Cardiac/Intermediate Care Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to join our team in the Cardiac/Intermediate Care Unit. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Post Critical Care and Telemetry environments, focusing on patient care and monitoring for a range of cardiac conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a 36-bed unit with 1:4 to 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Monitor and assess the well-being of patients experiencing various cardiac conditions, including CHF, NSTEMI, heart block, bradycardia, and post-surgical recovery.
• Administer medications and titratable drips (e.g., amiodarone, cardizem, dobutamine, dopamine, heparin, nitroglycerin, and insulin).
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, including a Charge Nurse and dedicated telemetry monitor techs, to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Perform necessary procedures and interventions as per medical protocols and best practices.
• Document patient progress and coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Post Critical Care, Stepdown, or Telemetry setting.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (AHA or APEX).
• Experience with TAVR and CABG is preferred.
• Must have previously completed at least one traveling assignment in a similar role.

Shift Information

This position requires night shifts from 1845 to 0715. A commitment to working 4 weekend days per month and 3 out of 5 holidays is expected.

Unit Details

• Type: Cardiac/Intermediate Care (Stepdown)
• Bed Capacity: 36 beds
• Common patient diagnoses include respiratory failure, low blood pressure, sepsis, and post-surgical cases.

Duties of Support Staff

• Patient care techs (PCTs) will assist nurses with patient needs, maintaining ratios of 8-12 patients per tech.
• RNs will manage the care of patients with the support of available staff, ensuring efficient workflow and patient management.

Dress Code

The required scrub color is navy blue. Scrubs are not provided.

Orientation and Professional Development

New hires will undergo a comprehensive orientation that includes 1 day of unit-specific orientation, 1 day of clinical education, and 1 day on the floor.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional cardiac care and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Client Details

Address
2400 S Avenue A

City
Yuma

State
AZ

Zip Code
85364