Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU Step Down Unit 26-03252
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Job Location:
Queens County, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) ICU Step Down Unit
Location: Elmhurst NY 11373
Duration: 14 Weeks
Schedule: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM (3 Days/Week)
Hours: 34.5 Hours/Week
Position Overview
Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for an ICU Step Down Unit. This role involves caring for patients transitioning from intensive care who require close monitoring and a higher level of attention than general medical-surgical patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to step-down patients
- Monitor patients using medical equipment such as cardiac monitors ventilators feeding tubes and catheters
- Perform frequent patient assessments and promptly escalate changes in condition
- Respond to rapid response and cardiac arrest situations
- Maintain a patient-to-nurse ratio of approximately 1:4
- Deliver care to patients ranging from young adults to geriatric populations
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of ICU or Step Down (Medical/Surgical SD) experience
- At least 2 years of IV insertion and phlebotomy experience
- Minimum 2 years of conscious sedation experience
- Demonstrated competency in age-specific patient care
Education Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN or ADN) from an accredited program
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school
- Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certifications & Licensure
- Active New York State RN License
- Verification through NYS Department of Education (NYSED)
- AHA BLS Certification
- AHA ACLS Certification
AboutNavitas Healthcare LLCcertified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Required Experience:
IC
