Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location: Lafayette, IN

Schedule / Job Type: Night shifts, full-time, contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor patients in intermediate care, PCU, and stepdown units, including cardiac and telemetry patients
• Provide high-quality nursing care with a focus on cardiac, vasoactive drips, ventilator management, and high-flow oxygen therapy
• Administer medications and perform IV starts
• Respond to patient needs, including crisis and emergency situations, with appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes
• Adhere to hospital protocols and maintain compliance with certification and licensing requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 months recent charge nursing experience in a critical care or stepdown setting
• Active Indiana RN license (or valid state license; IN license required prior to start)
• Certs: ACLS and BLS (NIH preferred)
• Must have telemetry experience, including cardiac and vasoactive drip management
• Ability to work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Willingness to float within scope as needed
• Successful completion of background check and compliance with facility requirements

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Experience with cardiac patients, including use of BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, and cardiac meds
• Prior charge nurse or leadership experience in a stepdown or ICU setting
• Familiarity with Cerner charting system
• Knowledge of ventilator management and sedation protocols

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, Level I/II/III/IV cardiac stepdown unit
• Competitive shift pay with guaranteed hours
• Be part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to patient care excellence
• Flexibility to work weekend night shifts in a reputable short-term acute care facility

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