Step-Down Registered Nurse (RN)

Location

Not Specified

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift, 3x12-hour (07:00 - 19:30). EOW & EOH.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Step-Down Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of recent step-down nursing experience and be proficient in managing a variety of patient conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from surgical procedures, including heart catheterizations and vascular procedures.
• Manage patients with respiratory failure, including those requiring BiPAP/CPAP support.
• Administer medications and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
• Perform frequent vital signs and neurovascular checks.
• Provide post-cardiac catheterization care and monitor patients with TR bands.
• Interpret dysrhythmias and manage cardiac drips as required.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current RN license.
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are required.
• 2+ years of recent Step-Down nursing experience is mandatory.
• Previous experience with cardiac telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation is essential.
• Proficient in IV/Vascular access and PICC line management.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!