RN Cardiac Progressive Care (Stepdown)
Cape Girardeau, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Stepdown / Cardiac Progressive Care

Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
Weekly Hours: 36 (option for 48 hours per week upon request)
Weekend Requirement: Rotating, generally every other full weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
Holiday Requirement: Expected to work at least one major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day)
Time Off: Up to 5 days off per 13-week period can be automatically approved; additional time off requires prior approval and may need to be made up

Unit Information

• Specialty: Cardiac Transitional Care
• Patient Ratios: 3-4 patients per nurse
• Equipment: Typical stepdown unit equipment
• EMR System: EPIC
• Patient Population: Cardiac stepdown patients

Required Certifications and Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive nursing care to cardiac stepdown patients by:

• Developing nursing diagnoses and care plans
• Delivering physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families
• Monitoring patient conditions and reporting changes
• Administering medications, wound care, IV therapy including central line care
• Assisting with exams and explaining procedures and discharge instructions
• Maintaining patient safety and advocating for patients
• Collaborating with healthcare team members to coordinate care
• Supervising and delegating tasks to ancillary staff as appropriate
• Ensuring compliance with professional standards, policies, and regulatory requirements

Additional Information

• Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1 (exemptions require approval)
• Must be a team player with excellent communication and documentation skills
• Customary float requirements as needed within the facility

Summary

This travel RN position offers an opportunity to work in a cardiac stepdown unit with a supportive team environment, providing specialized care to cardiac patients. The role requires strong clinical skills, the ability to manage complex patient needs, and flexibility with scheduling including weekends and holidays.