RN - Step Down

Job Opportunity

This position requires a Day shift of 3x12 hours, from 07:00 to 19:00, as well as 3x12 Night shifts, from 19:00 to 07:30, with an expectation of working every other weekend.

Location

City, State: [City, State]

Job Description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in a medical cardiology unit. The ideal candidate will have experience managing medical cardiology patients, including post-cardiac catheterization care, neuro/stroke care, and respiratory conditions.

Requirements

• Current California RN Licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
• A minimum of two years of RN experience
• At least one year of experience in an ICU/Stepdown setting
• Experience with medical cardiology patients and post-cardiac catheterization care
• Experience with respiratory support, including high flow oxygen and BiPAP
• Competence in medication administration, including heparin infusions, diltiazem, and amiodarone; experience with dobutamine, dopamine, and milrinone is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous charge nurse experience
• Experience in telemetry or progressive care settings

Key Skills

• Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Familiarity with rapid response and code teams
• Blood product administration and line care (central and peripheral)
• Management of cardiac drips, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Patient care protocols for specific conditions such as acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and cerebrovascular accidents (CVA)
• Ability to manage various medical procedures including chest tube management, post-cardiac surgery care, and IV insulin protocols

Unit Information

• Daily patient census: 27
• Number of rooms: 35
• Interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services
• Focus on cardiac procedures and post-operative care

Compliance and Onboarding

• Completion of all necessary compliance documentation is required before the start date
• Work history verification covering the past seven years is mandatory
• Orientation hours will consist of both classroom and e-learning modules

Application Process

If you meet the above requirements and are looking to advance your nursing career in a dynamic healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply.