Stepdown Registered Nurse - Perry, Georgia

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Job Description

A contract nursing opportunity is available in Perry, GA for an experienced Registered Nurse skilled in step-down care. This role involves providing critical care to patients transitioning from the ICU or ER, managing complex medical needs in a fast-paced unit. Candidates with experience in progressive care units (PCU) or step-down areas will be well-prepared for success.

Responsibilities include:

• Caring for patients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, renal failure, sepsis, stroke, DKA, and other critical conditions
• Managing invasive lines including arterial and central venous lines, as well as monitoring intracranial pressure
• Performing tracheostomy, chest tube, and PEG tube care and management
• Administering and titrating drips such as insulin and heparin based on heart rate monitoring
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and intensivists available around the clock
• Utilizing electronic medical records (EPIC) and specialized equipment like Phillips monitors and Belmont Rapid Infuser

Qualifications and experience:

• Current RN license with a minimum of 2 years PCU or step-down nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• CCRN preferred but not required
• Competency in EKG interpretation (BCR Basic Cardiac Rhythm) with ability to pass an EKG exam
• Proficient in trach and chest tube care, peripheral IV starts, insulin and heparin drip management

Schedule and environment:

• 12-hour shifts (7A-7P or 7P-7A), with a weekend rotation covering approximately 5-6 weekends in a 6-week cycle
• One major holiday shift required per holiday period
• No on-call duties
• Support from unit secretaries, CNAs, resource nurses, and lab staff
• Orientation includes one day combined with departmental training modules

Perry, GA offers a welcoming community environment known for its small-town charm and accessibility to key regional amenities. Nurses working here can enjoy affordable living, local dining, outdoor activities, and a supportive healthcare network.

This assignment is ideal for a dedicated PCU nurse seeking hands-on experience with complex step-down patients in a Level 1 Trauma Designated facility setting. Flexible travel within the region to support this role is required. Apply now to advance your nursing career with this stimulating contract opportunity.