Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)

Proforma Health Inc; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc is seeking a Stepdown Registered Nurse (Travel or Local) to provide high-quality nursing care in a stepdown unit for patients stable enough to leave the ICU but requiring close monitoring and specialized treatment. You will collaborate with the care team to support safe transitions and maintain accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, strong assessment and monitoring, and adherence to established protocols.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Alabama or eligible.
• Experience or strong competency in stepdown/critical care-adjacent settings.
• Excellent clinical assessment and monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and manage patient care needs with an emphasis on stability and early intervention.
• Administer medications and treatments according to care plans and established protocols.
• Coordinate with the care team to support safe transitions from ICU-level care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.
• Deliver compassionate care while following safety and unit standards.

Skills

Critical care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient monitoring

Clinical assessment

Compassionate care

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Stepdown RN (Travel or Local)Provide high-quality nursing care in a stepdown unit for patients who are stable enough to leave the ICU but still require close monitoring and specialized treatment. Contribute to improved patient outcomes in a supportive environment that values nurse growth and impact.

Stepdown RN (Travel or Local)Provide high-quality nursing care in a stepdown unit for patients who are stable enough to leave the ICU but still require close monitoring and specialized treatment. Contribute to improved patient outcomes in a supportive environment that values nurse growth and impact.

Key Duties

• Assess, monitor, and manage patient care needs with an emphasis on stability and early intervention.
• Administer medications and treatments according to care plans and established protocols.
• Coordinate with the care team to support safe transitions from ICU-level care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.
• Deliver compassionate care while following safety and unit standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN licensure.
• Experience or strong competency in stepdown/critical care–adjacent settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and patient monitoring skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.