Stepdown RN
Anderson, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit night shift position requiring telemetry and critical thinking skills for medically complex patients.

Details

• 26-bed Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit treating cardiac, neuro/stroke, post-operative, respiratory, and general med/surg overflow patients
• Night shift schedule from 18:00-06:30
• 13-week assignment length
• Manages patients with telemetry monitoring, IV drips, central lines, PICC lines, oxygen therapy, and CPAP/BiPAP as appropriate
• May float to other med/surg units

Requirements

• Active RN license (IN or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience required
• Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Primary source license verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Documentation required: full SS# and DOB, driver's license copy, 2 separate references, skills checklist, and certification copies

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care for medically complex patients requiring frequent monitoring and specialized interventions
• Perform comprehensive assessments including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, notifying providers of changes
• Administer medications including IV medications per physician orders and hospital policy
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, case management, and other disciplines
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EMR
• Recognize signs of patient deterioration and escalate care or activate rapid response as needed
• Adhere to infection prevention, fall precautions, and patient safety protocols
• Local candidates accepted, though a radius rule may apply at a reduced rate depending on distance from the facility