Cardiac Step-Down RN – Sign-On Bonus

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

FMLA and other leave options

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Stepdown Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Care Unit in Kansas City, KS. This role involves care for patients recovering from cardiac procedures, with 12‑hour day shifts and a full‑time schedule.

You will monitor patients closely, administer medications, perform cardiac assessments, and educate families on treatment plans and self‑care to support optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license issued by the state.
• BLS certification required at hire and maintained.
• ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire and kept current.
• Previous acute care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-acuity care for post-cardiac patients with close monitoring.
• Monitor cardiac status, vital signs, and telemetry for changes.
• Administer prescribed medications, including IV and cardiac drugs.
• Perform cardiac assessments and review histories to guide care.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, plans, and self-care.
• Respond to emergencies with CPR and life‑saving interventions.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Education

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS within 30 days

Job description

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Stepdown Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Care Unit in Kansas City, KS. This role involves care for patients recovering from cardiac procedures, with 12‑hour day shifts and a full‑time schedule.

You will monitor patients closely, administer medications, perform cardiac assessments, and educate families on treatment plans and self‑care to support optimal outcomes.