Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) - Sikeston, MO

Make an immediate impact as a Registered Nurse in a dynamic cardiac stepdown environment, working with progressive-level heart, lung, vascular, and oncology patients. This role offers a contract opportunity, supporting a 14-bed Cardiac Med Intermediate Care Unit and delivering care to patients who require continuous monitoring and high-level nursing expertise after surgery or ICU transitions.

Schedule/Hours:

• Night shift (36 hours per week guaranteed)
• Weekend shifts required as scheduled, typically every other weekend
• Opportunity to work up to 48 hours per week, based on your availability

Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted RN license
• Minimum 1 year experience in Stepdown or cardiac intermediate care
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Proven ability to manage cardiac/vascular lines, chest tubes, and vasoactive drips
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy skills
• Ability to float within scope based on clinical needs
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and positive outcomes
• Flu vaccination required during the season (Nov 1–Apr 1), unless client-approved exemption

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, assess, and track changes in patient conditions, initiating appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on individualized care plans and modifications
• Safely administer medication, perform wound and IV care, and support central line therapies
• Educate patients and families on recovery, disease prevention, and self-care
• Document care thoroughly and maintain compliance with all hospital protocols and regulatory bodies
• Actively contribute to a positive, safety-oriented unit culture and uphold organizational values
• Support delegation and provide mentorship to assistive personnel

This contract is available for 13–26 weeks, with up to five days of approved time off per 13-week assignment. Scrub color is black.

Enhance your career in a collaborative, patient-focused environment! If you’re a dedicated RN with cardiac stepdown expertise and EPIC experience, apply today for your next rewarding assignment.