PCU/Stepdown Nurse (RN)

Category Nursing - RN-Stepdown Job Type Contract This role focuses on delivering specialized nursing care in a step-down unit for general medical and oncology patients. The position requires a proficient Registered Nurse with experience in progressive care or step-down settings, particularly skilled in chemotherapy administration and intravenous therapy.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

Active Michigan RN license and BLS certification. Current ONCC or ONS certification is mandatory. Minimum of 2 years' experience in PCU/Stepdown nursing. Skilled in administering chemotherapy via IV and starting IVs. Familiarity with Welch Allyn Vital Sign towers, Sigma IV pumps, and EPIC documentation system.

Responsibilities include:

Providing care for general medical and oncology step-down patients. Maintaining nurse-to-patient ratios typically ranging from 1:4 to 1:6, with adjustments during chemotherapy admissions. Floating to other medical-surgical areas, including acute units and the emergency room, as needed. Collaborating with support staff and charge nurses to ensure quality patient care. Participating in nights shifts, specifically 3 consecutive 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Working every other weekend with potential block scheduling accommodations upon request.

Schedule & Hours:

Night shifts, 3x 12 hours (19:00-07:30). Weekend shifts every other weekend. Floating assignments within medical-surgical units and emergency department. First two weeks of the assignment availability is required. Shift requests and time-off are managed on-site with the manager's approval.

Location:

Situated in Three Rivers, Michigan, this vibrant community offers a blend of scenic beauty and small-town charm. Residents enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with access to local parks, cultural events, and a comfortable living environment ideal for work-life balance. This opportunity is offered as a contract assignment, ideal for nurses seeking to apply their oncology step-down expertise in a supportive, well-equipped setting. Interested candidates with the necessary licenses and certifications are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled