Travel Stepdown RN - Evansville, IN
Job Details
Job Description
An opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse skilled in Stepdown care to support a 19-bed blended Cardiac Neuro Stepdown unit during night shifts in Evansville, IN. This is a travel assignment with a 13-week contract length starting either April 20 or May 4, with guaranteed 36 hours per week and bi-weekly orientation sessions.
Location Overview
Evansville is a vibrant city situated along the Ohio River, blending small-town charm with metropolitan amenities. It offers cultural attractions, parks, and recreational options while providing affordable living and easy access to neighboring cities.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for post-procedure cardiac patients, including cath/stents/interventions, pacers, ICD, ablation, and STEMI/NSTEMI identification and care
- Manage neuro patients (stroke, seizures, possible TBI) and other critical conditions such as sepsis and DKA
- Interpret tele/12-lead EKGs, initiate and titrate drips including Cardizem, Amio, Cardene, Nitro, Insulin, and Heparin
- Perform NIHSS/strong neuro assessments, chest tube management, and PIV insertion
- Collaborate with Care Nurses and float across campuses as needed with proper notice
- Adhere to unit policies including scrub color requirements and participate in precepting students or new hires when needed
Qualifications / Desired Experience
- Current active compact RN license
- AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (required upon application)
- Minimum of 2 years solid Stepdown experience plus 1 travel contract OR 5 years Stepdown experience without travel
- Recent EPIC charting experience (checkoff class required)
- Ability to pass tele tests as part of assignment requirements
- Strong assessment and critical thinking abilities
Schedule / Hours
- 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
- Three weekends out of every six-week schedule
- No on-call or call-back requirements
This role is perfect for a nurse ready for a challenge in a teaching hospital environment with a respected management team and a low turnover unit. The travel assignment offers exposure to multiple campuses within a 11-mile radius and the opportunity to enhance your Stepdown nursing expertise.
Apply today to take advantage of this rewarding travel nursing position dedicated to delivering critical care in a supportive, dynamic setting.
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