Step-Down RN
Louisville, KY
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Travel experience required
• Must pass an advanced dysrhythmia test for competency assessment
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Patient ratios: 4:1 on days and 4-5:1 on nights
• Weekend and holiday coverage by rotation
• 12 hours of orientation provided
• Must have experience with surgical and cath lab populations
• Experience required with chest tubes, epicardial wires, sheath/radial band management
• Must be familiar with cardiac drips including Amiodarone, NTG, Cardizem, and others
• Must be comfortable with radial band/femoral site management following cath lab procedures
• Experience with pre/post cardiac surgery patients and TAVR procedures
• May float to different units as needed
• Works with adult and geriatric patient populations
• Provides care for CVI unit (15 beds) and CVU unit (16 beds)
• Manages patients with 24-48 hour stays and pre-op/post-op cardiac surgery patients

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates specialized cardiac units including a 15-bed CVI unit and a 16-bed CVU unit. The facility provides comprehensive cardiac care services including pre and post-operative cardiac surgery, cath lab procedures, and TAVR treatments. The organization maintains high standards for cardiac care with interdisciplinary support services including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams. The facility emphasizes advanced cardiac nursing competencies and provides ongoing education and certification requirements for staff.

Location:

Louisville, KY

Louisville offers a vibrant urban environment with a rich cultural heritage, featuring world-renowned attractions like the Kentucky Derby and a thriving food scene. The city provides excellent career opportunities for healthcare professionals while maintaining a reasonable cost of living and access to diverse recreational activities along the Ohio River.