Step-Down Unit RN
Willoughby, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Travel RN Step Down Nurse - Cleveland, Ohio

Position Overview

• Provide safe, efficient, age-specific nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process.
• Deliver relationship-based nursing care with technical skills to ensure safe practice and positive outcomes.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
• Display leadership to influence optimal clinical and operational outcomes.
• Floating requirement across multiple inpatient areas including Step Down Unit (SDU), Medical Care Unit (MCU), West Medical, West Surgical, Emergency Department (ED), and other specified units.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 or 1:6.
• RN duties as assigned.

Location

• Cleveland, Ohio

Contract Length

• 12 weeks

Required Certifications and Licenses

• BLS (American Heart Association only)
• ACLS (American Heart Association only)
• NIHSS certification
• Valid permanent RN license (no temporary licenses accepted)
• License and certification primary source verification required within 30 days of start and updated upon expiration.

Required Immunizations and Health Screenings

• COVID-19 Vaccine (preferred, not required; medical or religious exemption accepted)
• MMR (positive titers within last 15 years; booster protocol applies if low titer)
• Varicella (positive titers within last 15 years; booster protocol applies if low titer)
• Hepatitis B (proof of full series, partial series with signed declination, or positive titers within 15 years)
• Tdap vaccination within the last 10 years (no declinations accepted)
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (October-March) or completion of specific masking and declination forms
• 2-Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) within last 6 months (annual requirement)
• Positive PPD requires clear chest x-ray and current TB questionnaire (chest x-rays valid for 5 years)
• Fit Test completed within 1 year prior to start (specific mask types accepted)
• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start confirming ability to work without restrictions
• Drug screen within 60 days prior to start (10-panel, lab report required; no instant screens)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: RN Step Down
• Years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for Step Down nursing roles (no conflicting data)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention)

Additional Requirements

• Completion of competency exams with at least 80% score within 1 year prior to start
• Completion of core competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics) with 80% passing score within 1 year prior to start
• Skills checklist specific to clinical area completed within 1 year prior to start (initial hire only)
• Verification of education through third-party (no attestations; international equivalency required if applicable)
• Verification of employment within last 5 years through third-party (no attestations)
• Criminal background check including Social Security trace, county searches, national sex offender registry, and FBI fingerprinting as applicable (within 6 months prior to start)
• Ohio fingerprinting and background check requirements based on residency duration
• UHS I-9 attestation confirming eligibility to work
• Completion of required safety and compliance training modules prior to clearance (annual renewal)
• Submission of professional references and employment history forms as part of credentialing process
• Non-expired photo ID required

This position requires a highly qualified RN with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS, along with comprehensive immunization and health screening compliance. The role involves floating across multiple inpatient units with a moderate nurse-to-patient ratio and requires strong clinical skills and leadership. The contract is for approximately 12 weeks in Cleveland, Ohio.