Stepdown RN
Apex Healthcare - Newark, NJ
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Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) - 2887584 We are seeking experienced Stepdown Registered Nurses (RNs) for a contract assignment in an acute care hospital setting. This role is ideal for nurses comfortable managing high-acuity patients transitioning from ICU who require continuous cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring. Local and travel RNs are welcome to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in a Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit Monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, responding promptly to changes in condition Administer IV medications and titrate cardiac drips as ordered Perform comprehensive assessments and implement individualized care plans Communicate clinical changes to physicians and interdisciplinary teams Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Support and supervise nursing assistants as needed Qualifications Active RN license (state or compact as applicable) Minimum 2+ years of recent Stepdown, PCU, or ICU experience required Experience with cardiac monitoring and titratable drips required Acute care hospital experience required Strong critical thinking and prioritization skills Required Certifications BLS required ACLS required PCCN preferred (not required unless facility mandates it) Contract Details Assignment Length: 13 weeks Schedule: 3×12-hour shifts (days or nights based on availability) Employment Type: Contract (not permanent) Travel nurses welcome - travel packages available
Created: 2026-03-17