RN - Cardiac Vascular Surgical Step Down

At People Placers, we seek collaborative, responsive, accountable and empathetic healthcare professionals of all levels and leadership. We fulfill the placement of long-term hires, as we represent only reputable and top-notch facilities and medical centers!

Location : Roanoke, VA

Salary/Pay Rate : $30.47 - $45.71/hour.

Schedule : Day/Evening/Night shifts, Mostly Day/Evening with weekend rotation, Full-Time Onsite

Unit/Specialty : Cardiac Vascular Surgical Step-Down Unit

Seniority : Staff-Level Registered Nurse (Step-Down/Intermediate Care)

About the Client & Location :

Join a leading medical center and regional trauma hub nestled in the heart of Virginia's scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, renowned for its advanced cardiovascular and surgical programs . This top-tier facility offers a crucial step-down environment where patients receive the intermediate level of care required after complex cardiac or vascular surgical procedures. You will be part of a collaborative and team-oriented healthcare system that prioritizes high-quality, individualized patient care and utilizes cutting-edge medical technology.

Roanoke, Virginia , provides an appealing blend of metropolitan amenities and outdoor adventure . Situated in a stunning natural landscape , the city is an ideal location for those who value access to the Blue Ridge Parkway , extensive hiking and biking trails, and scenic water activities. Roanoke features a vibrant downtown with a thriving arts scene, unique dining, and highly competitive cost of living. This is an excellent opportunity for a specialized RN seeking a challenging, full-time role in a supportive hospital while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.

Job Description :

As a Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Vascular Surgical Step-Down Unit , you will assume primary accountability for the individualized nursing coordination and provision of intermediate care for patients recovering from complex cardiac and vascular surgeries. This specialized step-down role requires advanced critical thinking skills to monitor post-operative recovery and identify subtle changes in patient status. You will perform age-specific admission and ongoing clinical assessments , collaborate with the entire interdisciplinary team (surgeons, cardiologists, therapists) to develop and revise patient-centered, interdisciplinary care plans , and ensure optimum patient outcomes. You will accurately administer and document specialized treatments and medications utilizing electronic medical records (EPIC) while consistently delivering the best in care, customer service, and demonstrating respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in every encounter.

Required Skills :

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia, or eligibility to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
• Graduation from a school of professional nursing of an accredited college or an approved program.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EPIC) systems.
• Ability to obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Successful completion of facility orientation and competency requirements.

Preferred Skills :

• Prior experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) , Telemetry , or Surgical Step-Down unit.
• Specialized nursing experience caring for post-operative Cardiac and Vascular surgical patients (e.g., CABG, valve replacement, peripheral bypass).
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (or ability to obtain, as needed).
• Demonstrated excellence in delegation and critical thinking skills within a team-oriented care model.

Additional Information :

Sign On Bonus? Up to $30,000 (Experienced RNs) or $20,000 (All RNs) Relocation Assistance?

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