Stepdown Nurse (RN) - Alliance, OH

This opportunity involves providing specialized care in a progressive care/stepdown unit focused on cardiac, surgical, and respiratory patients. The position requires a skilled registered nurse capable of managing complex patient conditions including multi-system organ failure, post-operative care, and medication administration under established protocols. You will play a critical role in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary coordination to support patient recovery and safety. Location: Based in Alliance, OH, this role places you in a community known for its welcoming atmosphere and Midwestern charm. Alliance offers convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining the comfort of a smaller city, making it an ideal setting for healthcare professionals seeking balance between work and quality of life. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans Administer and titrate medications safely, including Cardizem, heparin, and amiodarone drips Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and communicate with patients' families Monitor patients with cardiac devices and manage post-op drains and wound vacs Function as charge nurse on day or night shifts as assigned Advocate for patient safety and quality improvement initiatives Navigate electronic health record systems for documentation and patient management Qualifications: Current RN license with compact state eligibility Minimum one year of RN experience; acute care background preferred Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Certification; Dysrhythmia exam mandatory Experience with progressive care or critical care units highly desirable Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to manage high-acuity patients Schedule: Ratios of 1:4-5 days and 1:5-6 nights, with rotating charge responsibilities Team nursing environment with RN and LPN collaboration This is a contract position offering exposure to diverse clinical challenges in a supportive setting. Candidates must be willing to relocate as local applicants are not considered. If you have a passion for progressive cardiac and surgical care and meet the requirements, apply now to advance your nursing career in this dynamic role.

Created: 2026-03-10