Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

Mercy; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Concord, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit to deliver complex post‑operative care, monitor patients and telemetry, administer medications, and manage wounds and drains. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists and support staff to develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support safe discharge.

The role emphasizes patient education, discharge planning, and contributing to ongoing clinical education and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in California.
• Experience in step-down or telemetry units preferred.
• BLS/ACLS certification preferred.
• Strong patient assessment and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex post-surgical care.
• Closely monitor vital signs and telemetry.
• Administer medications and manage wounds and drains.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists and support staff.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Support safe discharge planning.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Post-surgical care

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN) – California

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit. In this role, you will provide complex post-surgical care, closely monitor vital signs and telemetry, administer medications, and manage wounds and drains. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support safe discharge. Mercy’s culture of compassion and growth offers access to ongoing clinical education, innovative care practices, and advancement opportunities within a supportive, team-based environment.