RN – Level 2 ICU Stepdown

HiredFirst; Accord (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing provider is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 2 ICU Stepdown role in New York. This contract position requires an active NY RN license and at least 2 years of RN experience with telemetry and high-acuity stroke and neurosurgery experience. The RN will provide competent nursing care, potentially serve in expanded roles, and deliver targeted care for complex neurological and critical care patients. Rotating shifts with weekends and holidays are included.

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required.
• Experience in Stepdown/PCU necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care under established standards.
• May act as charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member.
• Deliver care to high-acuity patients.

Skills

RN with telemetry experience

High-acuity stroke and neurosurgery experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NIHSS certification

Education

Active New York State RN license

Minimum 2 years of RN experience

Stepdown/PCU experience

Job description

RN – Level 2 ICU Stepdown (Contract) – New York (14642)

Location: New York, 14642

Schedule: 3x12s, Rotating Shifts (D/E/N)

Includes weekends, holidays, on-call, callback, and charge duties per unit needs

Unit: ICU Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Position Requirements:

Active New York State RN license (NY ONLY accepted)

Minimum 2 years of RN experience required

Stepdown/PCU experience required (must have)

Telemetry experience required

BLS (AHA only) required

ACLS preferred (AHA only)

NIHSS preferred

High-acuity stroke and neurosurgery experience required

Clinical Experience Required:

3% saline and Cardene drips

Aneurysm coil/clips

DBS (Deep Brain Stimulator) procedures

VP shunts and seizure management

Role Overview:

Provide competent, evidence-based nursing care under established standards

May function in expanded roles including charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member

Participate in clinical practice, service excellence, and professional development initiatives

Deliver care to high-acuity patients with complex neurological and critical care needs