Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years Stepdown RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Discover the vibrant city of Evansville, IN as a travel RN in a Stepdown Cardiac Neuro setting, where professional development meets cultural exploration. Known for its blend of historic charm and lively downtown, Evansville offers scenic riverfront trails, local eateries, and diverse arts and music festivals. As you advance your career, you'll not only experience clinical growth but also enjoy meaningful downtime adventures.
In this opportunity, you'll be based in a blended cardiac and neuro stepdown unit within a leading teaching hospital, exposing you to best practices and innovative care models. Working alongside seasoned leaders—including a unit manager with over two decades of experience and outstanding retention—you’ll collaborate with knowledgeable peers while precepting students and new hires, expanding your skills and resume.
Schedule:
- 13-week assignment
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- 12-hour night shifts (6:30pm-7:00am)
- Rotating weekends: 3 out of every 6 weeks
- Every other holiday
- Bi-weekly orientation start dates
What you’ll need:
- Active, current compact state RN license
- AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- 2+ years recent Stepdown experience plus 1 travel contract, or 5+ years strong Stepdown if no travel experience
- Recent Epic charting proficiency (EPIC checkoff required)
- Advanced skills in telemetry/12-lead EKG, post-cardiac procedure care, initiation/titration of specific drips, neuro assessment, and sepsis/chest tube management
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking
Key responsibilities:
- Care for diverse patient populations: cardiac interventions, neuro, sepsis, DKA
- Collaborate in a 19-bed, blended unit environment
- Float between local campuses as needed (advance notice provided)
- Mentor and precept new staff and students
- Adapt to evolving protocols in a teaching hospital setting
Benefits and travel perks:
- Tax-advantaged stipends to maximize your earnings
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401(k) for financial security
- Travel and on-assignment support
- Premium compensation for your expertise
- Job stability within an established health system
If you’re ready to elevate your expertise, expand your professional horizons, and experience the unique spirit of Evansville, apply now to embark on this rewarding and adventurous travel role!
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