Travel Stepdown Unit Nurse (RN) in Birmingham, AL

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Job Description

Provide specialized cardiac care as a Registered Nurse in a fast-paced stepdown unit, supporting patients recovering from cardiac events and surgeries. This travel position is based in Birmingham, AL, on a dedicated 42-bed cardiac PCU floor. The role requires a solid nursing background in cardiac stepdown with proficiency in ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications, ensuring excellent patient outcomes through skilled monitoring and intervention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown patients with a 1:4-1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Utilize EPIC EMR for accurate documentation and communication.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient recovery.
• Float within a 25-mile radius to assist other units as needed.
• Adhere to professional dress code standards, wearing navy blue scrubs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Active RN license with a minimum of 2 years experience in cardiac stepdown nursing.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications are mandatory.
• Proven ability to manage cardiac patients in a stepdown or progressive care setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Schedule:

• Three 12-hour night shifts per week (6:30 PM 7:00 AM).
• Every other weekend required.
• 36 guaranteed hours weekly.

Location Overview: Birmingham, Alabama, combines rich cultural heritage and vibrant urban amenities with warm southern hospitality. Known for its historic sites, green spaces, and excellent healthcare institutions, the city offers a balanced lifestyle with plenty of dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities.

This travel opportunity allows nurses to gain unique experience while enjoying all that Birmingham has to offer. If you possess the necessary cardiac stepdown expertise and certifications and are ready for a rewarding challenge, apply now to take the next step in your nursing career.