Stepdown Registered Nurse - Binghamton, New York

Step into a vital nursing role focused on delivering advanced cardiac care in a dynamic Stepdown/PCU environment. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with specialized expertise in Cardiac Stepdown, ready to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team. This contract opportunity is designed for passionate clinicians committed to the highest standards of patient-centered care.

Schedule:

• 12-hour night shifts
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• 13-week contract

Required Qualifications:

• Active RN license valid in New York
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience, with substantial recent work in a cardiac telemetry/stepdown department
• Demonstrated experience with TAVR, Watchmans, Mitral Clips, heart catheterizations, and pre/post-op open heart cases (following transfer from CVICU)
• Proficiency in cardiac IV and PO administration, comprehensive knowledge of cardiac drips (including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Heparin, Insulin), and anticoagulant management
• Confidence in managing patients with CHF, chest pain, arrhythmias (NSTEMI, STEMI), PE, post-op CABG (>3 days), sepsis, pneumonia, stroke, observation patients, and experience with TR bands and groin management
• Familiarity with observing for and intervening in complications
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Completion and submission of a telemetry skills checklist

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a dedicated patient group, acting as a primary nurse when assigned
• Provide education to patients and families on health promotion and disease management
• Administer medications safely and effectively, demonstrating sound clinical judgment
• Ensure compliance with all nursing standards and regulatory requirements
• Participate actively in professional development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide mentorship for onboarding staff and students

If you are a skilled Cardiac Stepdown RN ready to embrace a challenging and rewarding contract assignment, submit your updated resume highlighting your cardiac experience and telemetry expertise today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.