Step-Down RN
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee

Job Opportunity: RN Step Down

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Job Description

• Work on a unit with the greatest need, which may be Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg), or Telemetry (Tele) based on your skills.
• Must have 2 years of experience in PCU, Med-Surg, or Telemetry acute care.
• Candidates with experience as Med-Surg or Stepdown RN are accepted (credentialing is the same for both).
• Must be able to float onsite within your skill set or to other sites within 40 miles if needed.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system is required.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in Wisconsin (Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant specialty experience (PCU / Med-Surg Telemetry Acute Care).
• BLS certification (AHA required).
• ACLS certification (AHA required).
• Successful completion of specialty competency exams including:

  • Specialty exam with minimum 80% passing score (updated every 3 years).
  • EKG exam with minimum 80% passing score (updated every 3 years).
  • Core competencies exam covering HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, and other topics (updated every 3 years).
• Epic test-out and training checklist with signed attestation.
• Completion of required onboarding education and attestations.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Proof of immunizations or immunity for:

  • MMR (2 vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted).
  • Varicella (2 vaccines, serological evidence, or verified history; no declinations accepted).
  • Tdap (valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted).
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination.
• Influenza vaccine is optional; if declined during flu season, mask wearing is required.
• Tuberculosis screening:

  • 2-step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes.
  • If positive, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire.
• Annual fit test for N95 respirators (preferred to be completed prior to start).
• Annual 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and updated annually.

Documentation and Verification Requirements

• Professional resume/profile and at least two professional references.
• Signed assignment agreement and confirmation of assignment on agency letterhead.
• Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, national sex offender registry, and other required screenings within 90 days prior to start.
• Employment verification for the past 7 years.
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days prior to start.
• Driver’s license or state ID (must be current and match address on file).
• Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Color vision test completed prior to start and updated every 3 years.

Additional Notes

• Onsite onboarding and training required.
• Must be able to complete all required assessments and documentation prior to or at the start of the assignment.
• Floating to other units or nearby sites may be required based on staffing needs.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with acute care skills in PCU, Med-Surg, or Telemetry who are comfortable working varied units and shifts and meeting comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.