Stepdown Registered Nurse | Lincolnton, North Carolina

Deliver exceptional patient care as a Registered Nurse in a dynamic stepdown unit with a close-knit, team-focused culture that prioritizes both patient outcomes and professional growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to care for diverse populations and diagnoses, including stroke, pneumonia, cellulitis, failure to thrive, altered mental status, chest pain, atrial fibrillation, and COPD, among others.

Schedule/Hours:

• Weekend rotations (every other weekend required)
• No on-call shifts
• Holiday work expectation: 75% of contract holidays
• Schedule cycle every 6 weeks
• Floating within the region as needed, with paid travel time if floating mid-shift

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 18 months of PCU experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Proficiency with essential nursing functions, trach care, cardiac gtt, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, transfusions, wound care, central line management
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; adaptability when floating between units
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• First-time travelers welcomed

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide expert stepdown-level care to a patient ratio of 1:5–1:6
• Perform thorough assessments, deliver evidence-based interventions, and monitor complex conditions
• Collaborate with CNAs, respiratory therapists (available 24/7), hospitalists, charge nurses, and ancillary staff
• Participate in patient admissions, transfers, and discharges (ADT)
• Utilize advanced technology, including Alaris pumps, Omnicell med dispensers, and Philips telemetry
• Adhere to exacting standards for infection control and safety
• Support and uphold a strong culture of teamwork and patient-centered service

Perks and Benefits:

• Free parking
• Supportive orientation with new employee onboarding and department-specific training
• Navy blue scrubs to foster a unified team identity

If you are ready to elevate your nursing expertise in a collaborative environment that values each patient experience, apply today to become a vital part of this professional healthcare team!