PCU/Stepdown Nurse (RN) | Edgewood, New Mexico

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Job Description

This role involves providing direct nursing care in a step-down unit catering to medically complex patients awaiting community placement. It requires a Registered Nurse adept at assessing, planning, and delivering patient-centered care while collaborating closely with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Candidates must be capable of recognizing subtle changes in patient conditions and managing care in a setting without immediate ICU escalation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor and identify patient status changes, including de-escalating or responding to deteriorations.
• Provide supervision to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and assistive personnel.
• Address patient and family education and discharge planning needs throughout care episodes.
• Float between departments and nearby locations within a 20-mile radius as needed.
• Maintain readiness for weekend shifts and on-call or call-back duties.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Successful completion of a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test onsite is mandatory, with one opportunity to retest if necessary.
• Experience in step-down or medical-surgical nursing preferred.
• Ability to manage medically complex patients outside acute care settings.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient assessment skills; charge nurse experience is a plus.

Location Overview: Edgewood, NM offers a community-focused environment with access to natural beauty and outdoor activities. The region provides a balanced lifestyle suitable for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.

This opportunity is a contract position with flexible scheduling demands including weekends and on-call availability. If you possess a keen nursing acumen and thrive in dynamic patient care settings, apply now to advance your clinical career in this engaging role.