Step Down/Progressive Care Unit RN
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Travel RN Opportunity – Step Down/PCU

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Facility Type: Cardiac Surgery Intermediate Care Unit (Step Down/PCU)

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) – Step Down/PCU
• Shift: Night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 hours (flexible, must be specified on submission)
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: Rotational float to critical care cluster or med/surg units

Licensure & Certifications

• Required Licensure: Current RN license eligible or active in Missouri
• Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association only)
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in Step Down/PCU, inpatient setting

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Cardiac Surgery Intermediate Care (Step Down/PCU)
• Number of Beds: 26
• Patient Ratios: 3:1 or 4:1
• Patient Types: Cardiac/thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, alcohol withdrawal, respiratory distress, insulin drips
• Equipment Used: Philips monitors, chest tubes, arterial lines, wound vacs, pacer boxes, pacing wires, drains, EKOS, Nicom, BIPAP, Airvo
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality
• Evaluate care effectiveness of other caregivers
• Adhere to Missouri Nurse Practice Act and facility standards
• Maintain professional accountability and align with facility mission and values

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk most of the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• Ability to push, pull, grip up to 50 lbs., pinch up to 15 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally
• Exposure to blood and body fluids
• May require flexible scheduling based on patient care needs

Dress Code

• Scrubs must be black or Mercy-logo attire only
• No other scrub colors or attire allowed

Additional Notes

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1 (no declinations accepted)
• Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires full availability for the orientation week
• Flexible scheduling options available but must be indicated on submission form
• Time off requests (RTO) must be made on the back end of the assignment; no RTO in the first week; one holiday RTO allowed per assignment

Facility Highlights

• Recognized for high-quality cardiac care and patient safety
• Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center
• Level 2 Stroke Center
• Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification
• High patient satisfaction and multiple hospital recognitions

Local Area Highlights

• Dickerson Park Zoo
• Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
• Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
• Springfield Art Museum
• Route 66 Car Museum
• Pythian Castle
• Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum (seasonal)
• Numerous local breweries and restaurants

This position is ideal for RNs with Step Down/PCU experience seeking a travel assignment in a well-regarded hospital with a strong cardiac focus and supportive team environment.