Stepdown (Progressive Care Unit) RN
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Registered Nurse – Stepdown Unit (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Assignment on Stepdown unit with potential to float to similar patient care units including Emergency Department.
• Rotating shifts: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM / Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM). Shift rotation may be required to meet operational needs.
• Must work at least every other holiday.

Required Experience

• Minimum 18 months combined permanent experience as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 18 months recent Stepdown or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience; travel experience accepted.
• PCU/Progressive care experience preferred but not mandatory.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Ohio RN license or compact state RN license in hand.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or American Red Cross).
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (AHA or American Red Cross).
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required.

Orientation & Testing Requirements

• Must pass ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam during orientation.
• Medication exam requires a 90% passing score; ECG interpretation requires 80%.
• Candidates unsuccessful on first attempt will receive remediation and retake opportunities.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried on assignment.
• Comprehensive background check including 7-year FCRA-compliant search, education verification, and fingerprinting (FBI and BCI) required prior to start and updated annually.
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing and results must be on file before contract extension.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming ability to perform essential job functions.
• Fit mask test (3M N95 1860 or 1870+) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Required immunizations/vaccinations with official documentation:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 12 months or chest X-ray if past positive.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titers).
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination with approved exemption).
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (required annually; no declinations accepted).
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant tests not accepted).
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start.

Documentation & History

• Employment application with at least 3 years prior work history including 2 years clinical acute care practice in a similar area.
• Two professional references from within 1 year of start date (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome).
• Photo for badge may be required.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared to complete all onboarding modules and pass required competency exams before clearance to start.
• Candidates with a break in employment longer than 6 months at this facility may need to repeat orientation and modules.
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Minimum 1.5 years of Stepdown nursing experience
• Stepdown experience within the last year
• Current ACLS certification
• Current BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)