Stepdown RN - Byron, GA

Job Description Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years Stepdown RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.Advance your nursing career by supporting critically ill patients in a progressive care setting. This contract opportunity is ideal for experienced RN professionals ready to make a difference in a well-respected healthcare environment, providing care to a diverse group of stepdown unit patients—including individuals with respiratory and renal failure, sepsis, DKA, GI bleeds, and other acute medical conditions.Schedule/Hours:12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AMWeekend rotation: 5–6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduleNo on-call requirementsHoliday coverage: one major holiday shift per schedule cycleQualifications:Active RN license with at least 2 years of recent PCU/Stepdown experienceNational certifications required: NIHSS, BLS, ACLSMust pass EKG competency (Basic Cardiac Rhythm)CCRN certification preferred (not required)Will consider first-time travelersRequired Skills:Proficient with trach care, chest tube management, PIV startsSkilled in managing insulin and heparin drips, glucommanderExperienced with arterial/central lines, pulse oximetry, ICP monitoringConfident assisting with bedside procedures such as chest tube placement, tracheostomy, and PEG tubesResponsibilities:Care for a 1:3-4 patient ratio in a busy 10-bed stepdown unitMonitor and manage patients stepped down from the ICU or admitted from the ERCollaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including CNAs, resource nurses, respiratory therapists, and 24/7 intensivistsUtilize EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Philips monitoring systemsPerks:Free parking available on campus (optional paid deck parking)Supportive unit culture focused on teamworkComprehensive orientation and access to ongoing educational resourcesIf you are a dedicated RN ready to advance your skills in a dynamic stepdown setting, apply today to make a meaningful impact in patient care.#p31