Travel Nurse – RN – Stepdown Unit

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO

401(k)

Referral bonuses

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a Stepdown Registered Nurse to provide specialized care for patients transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical units. You will interpret cardiac rhythms, administer medications, assist with cardiac procedures, and coordinate with the care team to ensure patient-centered care.

The role requires critical thinking, strong communication, physical stamina, and proficiency with telemetry equipment to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• At least one year of recent stepdown experience.
• Valid RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• PCCN or NIHSS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret cardiac rhythms and monitor telemetry.
• Administer medications and assist with cardiac procedures.
• Monitor patient safety and document assessments.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Telemetry interpretation

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

RN license

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Role Overview:
A Stepdown Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical units, requiring close monitoring and complex interventions.
Responsibilities include interpreting cardiac rhythms, administering medications, assisting with cardiac procedures, monitoring patient safety, documenting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
The role demands critical thinking, excellent communication, physical stamina, and technical skills to handle telemetry equipment and respond to emergencies effectively.
Qualifications include at least one year of recent stepdown experience, a valid RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications; additional certifications like PCCN or NIHSS are preferred.
Benefits encompass competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, PTO, 401(k), referral bonuses, and ongoing support.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in cardiac patient care within a supportive environment.