Stepdown RN

Brief Basics

Location:

Roanoke, VA

Schedule:

Day Shift

Includes every other weekend (EOW) and rotating holidays

Hourly Rate & Annual Salary:

Hourly: $30.47 – $45.71

Annualized Range: $63,377 – $95,077

Additional Benefits:

• Sign-On Bonus:
• Up to $30,000 for experienced RNs
• $20,000 for new RNs
• Full benefits package including:
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement plans
• Continued education & training opportunities
• EPIC Electronic Medical Record training provided
• Strong orientation and competency onboarding

Further Details

About the Facility:

Join a top-tier healthcare organization known for delivering compassionate and comprehensive care. Located in Roanoke, VA, this award-winning facility is part of a system that values nursing excellence and continuous growth. The hospital fosters a team-based environment focused on collaboration and evidence-based care.

Job Duties:

As a Registered Nurse in the Medical Step Down Unit, you will:

• Perform comprehensive, age-appropriate patient assessments
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary care plans and adjust per patient condition
• Deliver and document treatments and medications accurately
• Provide care to patients transitioning from ICU to general medical care
• Utilize critical thinking and delegation skills in a fast-paced environment
• Engage families and patients in care coordination and education
• Use EPIC EMR for documentation and communication

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or approved program eligible for VA licensure exam
• Active Virginia RN license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on patient needs
• Computer skills required for EMR usage
• Successful completion of hospital orientation and competency program
• Ability to meet essential physical demands and job functions

Preferred Skills:

• 1+ years of experience in acute care or step-down nursing
• Prior use of EPIC EMR
• Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, CCRN)
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Experience caring for high-acuity patients outside of ICU
• Mentorship or charge nurse experience
• BSN degree (preferred but not required)

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