Registered Nurse - Stepdown Unit - RNSU 26-04732
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Stepdown Unit (PCU)
Location: Cleveland, OH
Duration: 13 Weeks (Contract)
Shift: Rotating – Day/Night (3x12 Hours)
- Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a progressive care environment. The RN will care for patients requiring close monitoring and advanced nursing interventions, bridging the gap between ICU and general medical-surgical care.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to Stepdown/Progressive Care patients
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and hemodynamic status
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as prescribed
- Perform detailed patient assessments and document clinical findings
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition promptly
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery processes
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards
- Float to similar units as needed to support patient care
RequirementsExperience
- Minimum 18 months of recent Stepdown or Progressive Care experience required
- Prior permanent (non-travel) experience in specialty required
- PCU experience preferred
Certifications
- Active RN License (Ohio or Compact State) – Required
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – AHA required
- NIHSS Certification required
Skills
- Strong cardiac monitoring and ECG interpretation skills
- Critical thinking and rapid decision-making abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Schedule & Work Conditions
- Rotating day/night shifts (3x12 schedule)
- Must be flexible to work both shifts based on operational needs
- Weekend and holiday requirements (every other holiday required)
- Floating to similar units may be required
- Block scheduling not available
For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.