Stepdown Registered Nurse | Shepherdsville, Kentucky

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Job Details

Location Shepherdsville, KY
Discipline RN-Stepdown
Date Posted May 09, 2026

Job Description

Skilled registered nurses with experience in stepdown units are essential for delivering advanced patient care and supporting positive clinical outcomes. This contract opportunity requires a strong nursing professional to provide care for a diverse patient population with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.

Key Qualifications:

  • Valid, unrestricted RN license
  • Recent experience working in stepdown or progressive care
  • Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making skills
  • Comfortable supervising licensed and non-licensed staff
  • Proficient in patient and family education
  • Proven ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
  • Familiarity with electronic health records and clinical documentation
  • Adaptable, with a commitment to promoting evidence-based care

Schedule/Hours:

  • Details regarding contract length and specific shifts will be provided during the interview process

Core Responsibilities:

  • Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments; respond dynamically to changing conditions
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate personalized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team
  • Ensure thorough documentation of interventions and responses
  • Lead and mentor other staff, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting professional development
  • Deliver targeted patient and family education based on individual needs during the admission, hospitalization, and discharge process
  • Champion continuous improvement by participating in quality, safety, and service initiatives
  • Comply with all best practice, regulatory, and organizational guidelines

This position offers a chance to be a vital part of a dedicated care team, working to support excellent patient outcomes. Experienced stepdown RNs looking to further develop their clinical and leadership skills will find this role both rewarding and dynamic.

Take the next step in your nursing career and apply today to make a meaningful difference in patient care.

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