Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse
Manchester, NH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a night shift Stepdown Unit position requiring Epic proficiency and flexibility to work in a brand new unit.

Responsibilities

• Stepdown Unit in a hospital setting
• 12-bed brand new unit with an average daily census of 11
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3
• Main patient diagnoses include respiratory failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, sepsis, post-surgical neuro and cardiothoracic care, stable single organ trauma, and stroke
• Special procedures include arterial/central line management, telemetry, Bipap/High Flow, epicardial wires, and chest tubes
• Uses Epic for documentation and Omnicell for medications
• Night shifts (3x12 hours) from 19:00 to 07:00
• Every other weekend required
• Floating expected to ICU and ED for 'helping hands' but primary assignment remains stepdown unit
• Lifts in every room, noninvasive fluid management system, and telemetry monitoring available
• Must be flexible and prepared to adapt to processes in a newly opened unit
• Team nursing and 'helping hands' approach with possible floating to ICU and ED for support tasks
• Patient sitting may be assigned as needed
• 36-hour orientation provided
• Any color scrubs permitted
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate if living within 50 miles of the facility

Requirements

• Active NH or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of stepdown or ICU RN experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (AHA or Red Cross only)
• Professional references required; second reference may be submitted after start
• First-time travelers not accepted
• Former employees of facilities associated with SolutionHealth are not eligible

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts