Stepdown Unit Registered Nurse (RN) in Cape Girardeau, MO

Step into a crucial nursing role providing specialized care in a Cardiac Stepdown/Intermediate Care setting. The focus is on supporting patients with progressive cardiac, heart, lung, vascular, and oncology diagnoses—including post-OR and ICU stepdowns, sepsis, and pneumonia. This contract spans 13-26 weeks, offering an engaging work environment within a dedicated intermediate care unit.

Schedule/Hours:

• Guaranteed 36 hours per week (nights); option for 48 hours if you prefer added shifts.
• Every other weekend (full Saturday and Sunday) required, unless otherwise approved.
• Flexibility with up to 5 days off per 13-week period, subject to guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active RN licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of stepdown or progressive care experience.
• Valid ACLS and BLS certifications.
• EPIC documentation experience required.
• Strong communication skills, commitment to teamwork, and a patient-centered mindset are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver skilled nursing care by forming and adjusting individualized plans based on patient needs and ongoing assessments.
• Monitor, record, and promptly report changes in patients’ conditions.
• Administer medications, provide advanced care (including central line/IV therapy and wound care), and quickly respond to emergencies.
• Educate patients and families on self-care, medication, disease management, and recovery strategies.
• Maintain infection control standards, support patient and staff safety, and uphold confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Maintain detailed patient documentation via EPIC.
• Adhere to dress code: black scrubs.
• Fulfill additional duties as necessary to uphold quality of care and organizational values.

If you are committed to clinical excellence and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply today to contribute your expertise in a vital stepdown cardiac care role. Your impact can make all the difference to patients and their loved ones.