Stepdown Registered Nurse

Azza HealthCare Agency; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in McKinney, Texas is seeking a PCU Stepdown RN to provide advanced nursing care for acutely ill patients transitioning from ICU in a data-informed clinical environment.

The role emphasizes complex assessments, evidence-based care plans, safe medication administration, and coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams. You will use digital monitoring tools, educate patients and families, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives while working onsite.

Qualifications

• RN license with PCU/stepdown or critical care transition experience.
• Strong clinical judgment for complex patient needs.
• Proficiency with patient monitoring and evidence-based protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care for acutely ill patients transitioning from ICU.
• Perform complex assessments and develop/implement evidence-based care plans.
• Administer medications accurately and monitor patient response.
• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams to support safe, effective transitions.
• Use digital monitoring tools to guide clinical decision-making and improve outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to support understanding and recovery.
• Collaborate with clinicians and analysts and contribute to quality and improvement initiatives.

Skills

RN license verification

Clinical judgment

Teamwork & communication

Evidence-based care

Patient monitoring

Education

RN license in Texas

Tools

EHR systems

Vital signs monitoring

Job description

PCU Stepdown RN role focused on delivering advanced, progressive care in a data-informed clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care for acutely ill patients transitioning from ICU.


• Perform complex assessments and develop/implement evidence-based care plans.


• Administer medications accurately and monitor patient response.


• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams to support safe, effective transitions.


• Use digital monitoring tools to guide clinical decision-making and improve outcomes.


• Educate patients and families to support understanding and recovery.


• Collaborate with clinicians and analysts and contribute to quality and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse (RN) license and experience in PCU/stepdown or critical care transitions.


• Strong clinical judgment for managing complex patient needs.


• Proficiency with patient monitoring and evidence-based protocols.


• Medication administration expertise and attention to safety.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.


• Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and quality improvement.