Critical Care Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)

This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg.
Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized nursing care based on evidence-based practices.
Perform accurate hand-offs, bedside shift reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Administer medications, monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-ICU), and support patient recovery.
Participate in huddles, quality improvement initiatives, and shared governance activities.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN preferred).
• Current Missouri RN license or compact license.
• Required certifications: BLS; preferred certifications include ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN.

Skills & Growth Opportunities:

• Strong assessment, communication, critical-thinking, and time-management skills.
• Participate in career pathways supporting professional development toward specialties like ICU, Telemetry, or ED.
• Engage in continuing education, mentorship, and unit-based committees for lifelong learning.

Core Values: Compassion, dignity, justice, and excellence drive our care philosophy. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact, fostering personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.