Stepdown Registered Nurse - Macon, Georgia

Macon, GA
Sunbelt Nursing - RN-Stepdown Contract 1 day ago Apply

Stepdown RNs looking for dynamic and progressive care experience will find this contract opportunity both challenging and rewarding. This position is within a high-acuity, Level 1 Trauma Teaching Hospital in a 24-bed, fast-paced stepdown unit, primarily focused on cardiothoracic and vascular surgical patients. Nurses with strong med-surg skills will thrive in a unit with full interdisciplinary support and the latest technology, including EPIC for EMR and advanced telemetry monitoring.

Schedule & Hours:

  • 12-hour shifts: 7A-7P or 7P-7A
  • 6-week schedule cycle
  • Weekend rotation: 5-6 weekend shifts per cycle
  • Holiday coverage: one shift for major holidays (flexibility for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s)
  • No on-call required
  • Qualifications:

  • Active RN license and minimum 2 years of recent stepdown/progressive care experience
  • Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and Basic Cardiac Rhythm
  • Medical-Surgical certification preferred
  • Skills in trach care, chest tube management, IV/PIV insertion and care, insulin/heparin drips (titrate to HR), wound care, and telemetry interpretation
  • Strong assessment and clinical judgment in the care of complex cardiothoracic, vascular, and medical-surgical patients
  • Responsibilities:

  • Deliver care for pre/post-operative and chronically ill adult patients
  • Perform detailed clinical assessments, initiate drips, and manage central lines
  • Educate patients on disease process and discharge planning, particularly in renal and fluid management
  • Collaborate with CNAs, charge nurses, unit secretaries, phlebotomy teams, and resource nurses for cohesive patient support
  • Float to other med-surg/telemetry units as needed
  • Department Support & Perks:

  • CNAs and resource nurses support routine patient care
  • 24/7 access to hospitalists, intensivists, and respiratory therapists
  • Rapid orientation to facility, unit, and protocols (1 day hospital, 2 days department)
  • Free parking available on campus
  • This role is ideal for experienced stepdown RNs seeking to expand their practice in a renowned, high-volume academic setting. Apply today to advance your career in a collaborative—and truly advanced—clinical environment!

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