Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Telemetry Stepdown Unit
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Schedule: 3 days/week (36 hours total), Every Other Weekend Required
Contract Length: 8+ Weeks
Float Requirement: May float to CVSU, Cardiopulmonary, Heart & Vascular Stepdown, Comp Med Stepdown, and Cardiology Telemetry Stepdown Units
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join a high-acuity Telemetry Stepdown Unit. The RN will deliver safe, evidence-based care to patients with complex cardiac conditions, acting as a critical member of the interdisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses interested in advancing toward ICU-level responsibilities.
Deliver age-appropriate, culturally competent care in a telemetry/stepdown setting
Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms and administer titratable cardiac medications
Assess and respond to changes in patient condition promptly and appropriately
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Float to related telemetry/stepdown units as needed
Participate in ongoing professional development and ensure adherence to best practices
Active and unencumbered Ohio RN license or Compact RN license
Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing (BSN preferred)
BLS and ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a telemetry/stepdown environment
Strong proficiency in cardiac drip management and ECG interpretation
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Experience caring for patients with:
Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)
Post-cardiac and vascular surgical recovery
Post-cardiac catheterization monitoring