IMCU Step-Down RN
Utica, New York
Wynn Hospital

Job Opportunity: Step Down Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Location: Utica, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU), 5th Floor
• Patient ratio typically 4:1, may be 5:1 depending on acuity
• Care includes post-procedural patients and stroke patients
• Drip experience required with medications such as neo (up to 100), precedex, insulin (glucomander), arterial lines, and TR bands
• Use of Epic electronic health record system required
• Return to office (RTO) within 7 days or less, with only 1 holiday allowed during contract

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of experience in step-down / Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) nursing, including Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• Drip experience at IMCU level of care with Neo (up to 100), Precedex, and Insulin
• Stroke care experience, including NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Post-procedural care experience
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Harassment Prevention Training
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system
• Ability to return to work within 7 days or less

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC)
• PALS certification (AHA or ARC)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Harassment Prevention Training certificate

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start date
• Fit mask test within 1 year and updated annually (N95 or equivalent)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within 1 year of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Sept 1 - Mar 31)
• Pneumonia vaccination or declination

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references within the last 3 years (for travel, allied, or per diem acute care roles)
• Annual skills checklist
• Completion of facility-specific onboarding modules prior to first shift
• Submission of a professional photo for badge
• Completion and signing of facility-specific job description and welcome packet

Notes

• Local candidates may be considered with different pay arrangements
• Background checks and education verifications are required prior to start
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This role is ideal for experienced RNs with IMCU or step-down unit experience, strong critical care skills, and proficiency in managing drips and stroke/post-procedural patients.