Job Description
Overview
Stepdown Nurses (RN) provide patient care in transitional units where patients are too sick for the med-surg floor but not sick enough for intensive care. Stepdown RNs job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Evaluate and monitor patient’s progress, identifying sudden or subtle changes in the patient’s medical condition
Calculate drug dosage, titrate medication doses, administer continuous medication infusion and monitor patients for effects of medication
Stepdown RNs work closely and collaborate with physicians and all other healthcare professionals
Requirements
Minimum of 2 years recent experience in a specialty care setting
Proficiency with Cerner EMR system (minimum of 2 years)
Ability to work 13-week assignments with a schedule of 36 hours per week (3x12 shifts)
Available shift: Days & Nights (7:00-7:00)
Availability to work every other weekend
Experience in Stepdown or Progressive Care units
Strong understanding of patient ratios: 1:5-1:6 for medical/surgical units and 1:4 for stepdown units
Flexibility to work in other units or facilities if the first choice is unavailable
Valid RN license in Alabama or eligible for licensure
Travel healthcare experience required
Location(s)
Birmingham, AL
Shift(s)
Days (3x12)
Nights (3x12)
Unique Gifted Benefits
Guaranteed Pay - With Guaranteed Pay, you’ll never have to worry about not getting paid if your shift gets canceled for low census. Contact your recruiter for complete details.
Premium Overtime – You will receive 2x your hourly rate on travel assignments for all overtime hours worked (excluding local, PRN, CA, Govt assignments).
Weekly Pay - We pay you weekly so you can focus on your career and your life.
About Gifted Healthcare
Gifted Healthcare is a staffing agency that offers travel, local, and per diem work at premier healthcare facilities and school systems across the United States. This position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs to advance their careers in a supportive environment while exploring Birmingham, Alabama, and its vibrant community.
Seize this chance to enhance your professional journey—apply now to connect with a recruiter about this and other exciting opportunities.
Apply now to connect with a recruiter about this and other exciting opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: $2,071.19 - $2,591.84 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Are you willing to relocate to Alabama for the duration of this contract?
Experience:
RN: 2 years (Required)
Stepdown/PCU: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
RN License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
