PCU/Stepdown Nurse (RN) | Santa Maria, California

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Job Details

Location Santa Maria, CA
Discipline RN-Stepdown
Date Posted March 22, 2026

Job Description

Deliver expert nursing care in a dynamic acute care environment, supporting patients across ICU, Step Down Unit, Med Surg, Day Stay Unit, PACU, and ER settings. This opportunity focuses on applying your clinical skills while coordinating patient care and supervising ancillary personnel within their practice scope.

Location: Santa Maria, CA offers a warm coastal climate, vibrant community life, and proximity to picturesque beaches and outdoor recreational areasideal for balancing professional commitment with personal wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate, and provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in multiple specialized units including ICU and Step Down.
  • Maintain required competencies essential for effective performance across each assigned unit.
  • Supervise and delegate care duties to ancillary staff, ensuring adherence to scopes of practice.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure quality care delivery.
  • Uphold standards consistent with professional nursing guidelines and facility policies.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license with experience in stepdown or critical care nursing.
  • Proven ability to manage diverse patient populations in acute care settings.
  • Strong leadership and delegation skills, with a focus on team collaboration.
  • Competency in assessing patient needs and adjusting care plans accordingly.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining clinical competencies.

Employment Details:

  • Position Type: Contract
  • Representation: This position is represented by CNA.

This role offers a chance to leverage your nursing expertise in a multifaceted clinical setting. Candidates motivated to provide high-quality patient care and to support team operations are encouraged to apply.

Take the next step in your nursing career by submitting your application today.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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