Step Down Unit RN
Kearney, NE
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
The healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Step Down Unit registered nurse (RN) for a 12-hour shift position located in the area. The role involves caring for adult patients with various diagnoses including cardiac, dialysis, cancer, vascular issues, sepsis, respiratory conditions, stroke, post stent, post pacer placement, and renal failure. The RN will work as part of a team to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Step Down Unit
• Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Education/Experience Requirements: RN license, minimum of 2 years of experience required
• Location Requirements: Must be within 50 miles of the facility; drivers license required at submittal to verify location.
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, days and nights available, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Schedule: 0630-1830 or 1830-0630 shifts; alternating weekends; at least 2 holidays within the contract period; scheduled orientation day and skills exam with a 90% passing threshold required.
• Additional Job Responsibilities: Titration of titratable & set rate drips such as Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin; interpretation of telemetry strips; troubleshooting high-flow oxygen devices; and providing patient care with a focus on responsiveness, communication, and patient experience scores.
• Float: Float rotation may be required to Medical-Surgical or ICU units, accommodating acuity levels as needed.
• Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits