RN - ICU Stepdown, 0.9 FTE, Nights

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our ICU Stepdown Unit to provide high-acuity care bridging ICU and medical-surgical services. This full-time role is 0.90 FTE with night shifts, offering a competitive hourly pay range and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities include assessing and individualizing patient care plans, monitoring complex patients, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Minimum of one year of recent progressive care, intermediate care, or stepdown nursing experience.
• Demonstrated competence in managing higher-acuity patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Monitor patients with complex medical needs and respond quickly to changing conditions.
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional practice standards.
• Document patient care accurately within the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to achieve the best outcomes.
• Delegate and coordinate care among team members.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through education and development opportunities.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Description

RN - ICU Stepdown

Full-Time | 0.90 FTE | Night Shift

Advance your critical care career with a team dedicated to excellence.

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our ICU Stepdown Unit, where you'll care for patients who require close monitoring, advanced clinical assessment, and specialized nursing expertise. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that bridges the gap between intensive care and medical-surgical care, allowing you to make a meaningful impact during some of your patients' most critical moments.

Pay Range: $45.78 - $82.98 per hour

Compensation is based on experience and other factors, including education, training, seniority, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

Why ICU Stepdown?

As an ICU Stepdown nurse, you'll care for patients who require a higher level of monitoring and intervention than traditional medical-surgical patients while working alongside a highly collaborative team of physicians, specialists, respiratory therapists, and fellow nurses.

This role offers the opportunity to sharpen critical thinking skills, expand your clinical knowledge, and provide complex patient care in an environment that values teamwork, professional development, and exceptional outcomes.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Monitor patients with complex medical needs and respond quickly to changing conditions.
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional practice standards.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly within the electronic health record.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary care teams to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Delegate and coordinate care appropriately among team members.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, infection prevention, and departmental initiatives.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through education and development opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Minimum of one year of recent (within the last 36 months) progressive care, intermediate care, or stepdown nursing experience, or currently oriented and able to provide independent patient care within the department.
• Demonstrated competence in managing higher-acuity patient populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous leadership experience.

Required Certifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification within 6 months of hire.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and exceptional patient experiences.
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence.

Why PeaceHealth?

At PeaceHealth, we know that exceptional patient care starts with empowered caregivers. That's why we're committed to supporting your physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual well-being through a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching
• Generous paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Wellness programs and resources
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support

Join a Team That's Making a Difference

PeaceHealth is committed to inclusivity, respect for diversity, and cultural humility and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.