ICU Step-Down Nurse – Day Shift (36h/wk)

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System is hiring a Registered Nurse for full‑time day shift coverage in Kalamazoo, MI. The role involves patient‑centered care, collaboration with the healthcare team and ongoing assessment and documentation to meet professional nursing standards.

This position requires applicable nursing licensure in Michigan, ACLS/BLS credentials within the stated timelines, and a minimum of one year of critical care experience. Weekend rotations apply to the unit.

Qualifications

• AAS in Nursing or RN Diploma required at start date.
• BLS Provider and ACLS certifications required within specified timelines.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan within 3 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with patient/family and healthcare team, participate in mutual goal setting based on nursing assessment.
• Diagnose, treat and evaluate the human response to health problems/needs.
• Evaluate outcomes and revise the care plan as necessary.
• Assess, monitor and prevent complications associated with health situations or treatment plans.
• Notify physician of patient condition and document responses to nursing interventions.
• Ensure pain is assessed, treated, reassessed, documented and evaluated.
• Delegate tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff based on clinical judgment.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

AAS in Nursing or RN Diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

Beacon Health System is hiring a Registered Nurse for full‑time day shift coverage in Kalamazoo, MI. The role involves patient‑centered care, collaboration with the healthcare team and ongoing assessment and documentation to meet professional nursing standards.

This position requires applicable nursing licensure in Michigan, ACLS/BLS credentials within the stated timelines, and a minimum of one year of critical care experience. Weekend rotations apply to the unit.