Location: Des Moines, IA

(Must be open to floating between like units and out to our WL location if needed -9.5 miles)

Shift: Night shift 7p-7a, Every other weekend requirement,  89 Days contract

Start date: ASAP

Unit Description:

6 North is a unique floor whose primary focus is neurological patients. Our type of patients consist of stroke, seizure, neurosurgery, brain tumors, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury. Our team is enthusiastic about our patients and the care that is provided.

Job Description:

As a Step down Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing meticulous care for patients transitioning out of ICU units who need close monitoring. Your duties will encompass a broad spectrum of tasks to ensure high-quality patient care, safety, and satisfaction. Key responsibilities include:

1. Duties and Responsibilities:
   
   
   
   • RN responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
   
   
   
   
   
   • Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.
   
   
   
   
   
   • The RN also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in Step Down unit.
   
   
   
   
   
   • The RN is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to their assigned patients.
   
   
   
   
   
   • They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
   
   
   
   
   
   • Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
   
   
   
   
   
   • Other assignments as needed
   
   
   
   





2. Education and Experience:
   
   
   
   • Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
   
   
   
   
   
   • Must have 2 years of recent RN Step down experience
   
   
   
   





3. Certifications:
   
   
   
   • Current and Valid State RN License required.
   
   
   
   
   
   • BLS and ACLS Certification required
   
   
   
   





4. Other requirements:
   
   
   
   • Fully vaccinated for COVID-19
   
   
   
   

This position requires a compassionate, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and critical thinking skills. You will need a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) and a valid state Registered Nurse (RN) license. Prior experience in an acute health care setting and additional certifications are highly desirable.