Travel Stepdown RN

Job overview

Travel Stepdown RN in Roanoke, VA. This is an onsite position with a 13-week assignment. Compensation is not specified. A Stepdown Registered Nurse provides care to patients who are transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units. These patients require frequent monitoring and specialized nursing interventions.

What you'll do

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and other telemetry data to detect abnormalities and respond appropriately.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, with a focus on cardiac care.
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during cardiac-related procedures and examinations.
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of telemetry patients.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's cardiac status and response to interventions.
• Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to cardiac emergencies.
• Documents nursing history and physical assessment for assigned telemetry patients.
• Initiates patient education plans according to individualized needs, focusing on cardiac health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for telemetry patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients and client.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
• Adheres to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

What we're looking for

Education

Current Valid RN license

Experience

One year of recent experience as a Stepdown RN

Skills & competencies

travel

stepdown rn

rn

progressive care

roanoke

va

united states

fusion medical staffing

13-week assignment

bls

acls

About the employer

Fusion Medical Staffing is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.