Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Kansas City, KS
Encompass Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Med/Surg Stepdown Registered Nurse (Days)

Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for our Medical-Surgical Stepdown Unit. This role is ideal for nurses who excel in a progressive care environment, bridging the gap between intensive care and general medical-surgical floors. You will manage patients requiring high-frequency monitoring and specialized pharmacological interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Medication Management: Safely administer and monitor high-alert titratable drips, specifically Cardizem (Diltiazem) and Heparin.
• Cardiac Monitoring: Maintain proficiency in telemetry oversight, including real-time rhythm interpretation and rapid response to cardiac changes.
• Complex Patient Care: Lead nursing interventions for patients transitioning from the ICU or those with acute cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate with physicians and specialists to adjust care plans based on continuous vital sign data and patient assessment. 

Schedule & Commitment

• Shift: 12-hour day shifts (e.g., 07:00 – 19:00).
• Frequency: 3 days per week (36 hours total).
• Weekend Rotation: Mandatory participation in a rotating schedule, requiring work every third weekend. 

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a stepdown, telemetry, or high-acuity med/surg environment is highly preferred.
• Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS are required.
• Technical Skills: Demonstrated comfort with cardiac drip titration and telemetry monitoring systems.