Cardiac Stepdown RN
Cape Girardeau, MO
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work night shift 3x12 schedule with 36 guaranteed weekly hours
• Rotating weekend requirement with expectation of every other full weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• Patient ratio of 3-4:1 in cardiac transitional care unit
• Must float as needed within facility
• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS
• 1+ years of nursing experience required
• Black scrubs required for dress code
• Work with usual stepdown equipment and EPIC EMR system
• Care for cardiac stepdown patients requiring monitoring and intervention
• Provide physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families
• Administer medications, wound care, and personalized interventions
• IV therapy competency including central line care required
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and documentation skills
• Supervise and delegate duties to unlicensed assistive personnel
• Contract duration of 13-26 weeks with up to 5 days requested time off automatically approved per 13-week period
• Expected to work at least one major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day)
• Team player personality fit essential for collaborative healthcare environment

Facility:

This healthcare organization is a 245-bed Level 3 Emergency and Trauma Center that provides comprehensive medical services to the region. The facility holds multiple prestigious certifications including Comprehensive Cardiac Center Certification from The Joint Commission, Primary Stroke Center Certification with Gold Seal of Approval, and Missouri Level II Stroke Center and Level I STEMI Center designations. The organization maintains high standards of care while fostering a collaborative team environment focused on patient safety and quality outcomes.

Location:

Cape Girardeau, MO

Cape Girardeau offers a vibrant riverside community along the Mississippi River with numerous recreational and cultural attractions including the Missouri Wall of Fame, Conservation Nature Center, and various wineries and entertainment venues. The area provides an excellent quality of life with outdoor activities, family-friendly attractions, and a thriving arts scene, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and community engagement.