Registered Nurse Stepdown Intermediate Care Unit

Job Description: The Stepdown Intermediate Care Unit is a 29-bed unit caring for adult patients across a wide range of ages and medical diagnoses. Patients typically have a higher acuity level than those on a medical-surgical unit and may require advanced stepdown interventions, including:

• Cardiac dripsDKA managementCIWA precautions
• Advanced respiratory support, including BiPAP and heated high-flow oxygen
• Enhanced sepsis interventions
• Complex wound management

Total care for high acuity patients_ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:_Lead with heart and expertise – Take charge in coordinating and delivering quality, compassionate patient care that makes a real difference in our patients' lives. Master the nursing process – Put your clinical skills to work! Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care with confidence. Delegate and supervise like a pro and document everything with precision while educating patients and families along the way. Be a communication champion – Keep the healthcare team in the loop by sharing pertinent patient and family information clearly and effectively. Great teamwork starts with great communication! Problem-solve with purpose – Jump into action when variances from patient goals pop up. Collaborate with your team to find creative solutions and drive their implementation forward. You're not just reacting—you're making things better!