Stepdown Unit Nurse (RN) in Salem, VA

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Job Details

Location Salem, VA
Discipline RN-Stepdown
Date Posted April 20, 2026

Job Description

Seeking a talented and compassionate registered nurse to provide high-quality care in a stepdown unit. This contract position calls for someone skilled in monitoring patients transitioning from critical to stable conditions and who thrives in a dynamic hospital environment. Your ability to act swiftly, communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and support patients recovery journeys will set you apart.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Active and unrestricted RN license
  • Minimum of one year experience in a stepdown or progressive care setting
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Exceptional communication and organizational abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals

Responsibilities:

  • Closely monitor patients, recognizing and responding promptly to changes in condition
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients transitioning out of critical care
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on patient care plans
  • Educate patients and their families on recovery processes and ongoing care needs
  • Maintain accurate and thorough electronic medical records
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards

By taking on this role, you will be integral in supporting patient recovery while expanding your clinical expertise in stepdown care. If you are driven by making a difference in patients lives and are ready to work in a rewarding, fast-paced setting, please submit your application today. Embrace this opportunity to further your nursing career and make a lasting impactapply now!

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