PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Valparaiso, Indiana

Job Description:

This travel contract is designed for an experienced Registered Nurse to support an intermediate and stepdown care setting in Valparaiso. Working overnight from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, you will provide care for patients requiring cardiac monitoring and manage complex therapies, including titratable cardiac drips, heparin drips, CPAP, BiPAP, chest tubes, and post-cardiac care. Floating may be required, and there are no on-call responsibilities. The role uses Cerner and offers the opportunity to care for patients whose needs fall between intensive and general care—where every shift can bring a new clinical challenge.

Weather:

Valparaiso typically has crisp, cool conditions around this time of year, with comfortable opportunities for seasonal outdoor activities and scenic drives. Dressing in layers and keeping a light jacket handy can help you enjoy the area throughout the day.

Fun Things To Do:

• Local exploration: Discover Valparaiso’s downtown shops, restaurants, cafés, and arts venues.

• Outdoor recreation: Enjoy walking, cycling, or a relaxed afternoon in the area’s parks and green spaces.

• Day trip: Spend a day along the Lake Michigan shoreline for scenic views, trails, and fresh air.

• Day trip: Visit Chicago for museums, dining, shopping, entertainment, and city sightseeing.

• Regional outing: Explore nearby communities for local dining, seasonal events, and small-town attractions.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Valparaiso, Indiana

Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

Schedule: 36 hours per week

Duration: 13 weeks