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

Job Summary
Step Down Unit Nurse Location: Not Specified. This position involves providing specialized care for adult and geriatric patients with conditions including cardiac issues, nephrology, strokes, and diabetes. The role requires critical thinking, effective communication, and a positive attitude to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), NIHSS
• Education Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of experience as a registered nurse in a step-down or similar unit, active license required.
• Shift: 12-hour days, scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Schedule: 12-hour days, 36 hours per week.
• Requirements: Candidates must have a drivers license, be within a 50-mile radius, and not be full-time or PRN with any organization associated with the organization.
• Duties: Provide care for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses such as cardiac, stroke, diabetes, and nephrology. Monitor and titrate set rate drips including Cardizem, beta-blockers, and seizure medications. Follow unit protocols, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with charge nurses and patient care techs.
• Additional Information: Orientation includes onboarding plus 1-2 days on the unit. Candidate must successfully pass a pass/fail skills exam with a 90% threshold. This is a fast-paced environment requiring excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Floating to medical floors, ICU, or rehab units may be required.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit valid drivers licenses and active certifications.

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