Registered Nurse ICU Stepdown

Ascension•Evansville, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse in the ICU Stepdown department at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN. The role is full-time, working nights from 7pm to 7am. The nurse will lead the patient's clinical journey by implementing and monitoring personalized care plans that prioritize safety, recovery, and high-quality outcomes. They will coordinate a multidisciplinary team of specialists to ensure every aspect of the patient's treatment is seamless, holistic, and well-communicated. The nurse will advocate for patient health by vigilantly monitoring conditions and communicating critical changes to the medical team for immediate, proactive interventions. Additionally, they will empower patients and their families by assessing discharge needs and coordinating a clear transition plan, ensuring they have the resources required for a successful recovery at home.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least 1-2 yrs previous ICU stepdown experience in a high acuity setting

Responsibilities

Implement and monitor personalized care plans that prioritize safety, recovery, and high-quality outcomes.
Coordinate a multidisciplinary team of specialists to ensure every aspect of the patient's treatment is seamless, holistic, and well-communicated.
Monitor patient conditions and communicate critical changes to the medical team for immediate, proactive interventions.
Assess discharge needs and coordinate a clear transition plan for patients and their families.