Stepdown RN - Atascadero, CA

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Job Details

Location Atascadero, CA
Discipline RN-Stepdown
Date Posted January 23, 2026

Job Description

Provide comprehensive nursing care in a dynamic clinical environment, including ICU, Step Down Unit, Med Surg, Day Stay Unit, PACU, and ER settings. This role involves planning, coordinating, and delivering patient care while maintaining required competencies across multiple specialized units. You will also oversee and delegate responsibilities to ancillary personnel according to their scope of practice, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and team efficiency.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver direct nursing care to patients in ICU, Step Down, Med Surg, Day Stay, PACU, and ER units
  • Maintain up-to-date clinical competencies for each assigned unit
  • Coordinate patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
  • Supervise and delegate appropriate care tasks to ancillary staff in accordance with their roles and licenses
  • Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Document nursing interventions and patient responses accurately and timely

Qualifications:

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Experience in step-down or critical care nursing preferred
  • Ability to function effectively in fast-paced, multi-unit settings
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Effective communication and leadership capabilities
  • CNA representation aligned with the positions collective bargaining agreement

Location: Situated in Atascadero, California, this opportunity is set within a region known for its mild Mediterranean climate, scenic rolling hills, and close-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy access to outdoor activities, including hiking and winery tours, complemented by convenient proximity to larger metropolitan areas for urban amenities.

Job Type: This position is offered on a contract basis, ideal for nursing professionals seeking flexible work arrangements or diverse clinical experiences.

Take the next step in your nursing career by applying today to contribute your expertise in a multi-faceted care environment while growing your professional skills across specialized patient care units.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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