Cardiac/Vascular Step Down RN
Atlanta, Georgia
Emory University Hospital

Registered Nurse – Step Down Unit (Atlanta, GA)

Job Details

• Specialty: Step Down (Cardiac/Heart & Vascular focus)
• Location: Atlanta, Georgia
• Employment Type: Long Term
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
• Travel: Position requires working within a 50-mile radius; no local travelers accepted

Unit Description

• 12-bed, 24-hour observation unit serving heart and vascular patients
• Patient population includes low acuity critical care patients awaiting placement in heart/vascular ICUs or stepdown units
• Observation area for same-day procedure patients needing extended monitoring before discharge
• No ventilators, CRRT, IABP, or Impella devices accepted
• Patients may have LVADs, 2-4 drips, arterial lines, and PA catheters
• Fast-paced environment with high patient turnover and diverse cardiovascular diagnoses
• Opportunity to develop critical care, organizational, and assessment skills

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Georgia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1.5 years of cardiac stepdown experience, including experience within the last year
• Current CCRN certification
• Proficient in managing pulmonary artery (PA) lines
• Experience with telemetry monitoring

Additional Notes

• This role offers exposure to a wide variety of cardiovascular procedures and diagnoses
• Emphasis on critical thinking and skill development in a moderate care setting