staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown - $32-43 per hour

Judit Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Stepdown for a nursing job in Independence, Missouri.

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

Position Summary:

Cardiac nurses assess acute changes in patients. They monitor and analyze the heart rhythm of patients, interpret ECGs, note arrhythmias, and intervene in emergency situations. They have high-level critical thinking skills, vast clinical knowledge, and are able to stay calm under pressure.

ABOUT THIS UNIT:

· 36 Bed Cardiac Specialty Unit

· Nurse to Patient Ratio: 4 to 5:1 on Day Shift / 5 to 6:1 on Night Shift – 1 Tech per Hall

· Wide variety of monitored patients, Chest Pain, Stroke, COPD, Post Ops, GI, Accelerated Heart Rhythm, and Drips

· Step down from PCU and Level II Trauma Center

· Strong leaders to provide career development, career pathing and elevation to more critical care provided

· Team is a united front. Provide support, guidance and education for each other. Great growth opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· The registered nurse coordinates and provides therapeutic and administrative services necessary for the care of the patient.

· Nursing care is provided in accordance with the hospital and departmental policies and procedures, and supports the mission of CenterPoint Medical Center.

· The registered nurse in this department provides care for ages 16 and over, young adult patients 18-39 years, adult patient’s age 40-64 years, and geriatric patients age 65 and older.

· Patients under the age of 16 will be cared for until stable enough for transfer.

· The registered nurse on the Unit will, in addition to basic preparation, acquire advanced knowledge in the psychosocial, spiritual, pathophysiological, and therapeutic components specific to the care of the patients requiring step-down care and cardiac monitoring.

· Accountable for identification of risks, hazards and mitigation efforts of unsafe practices.

Qualifications:

· 1 year of Acute Care RN experience.

· Graduation from a school of nursing with either a Diploma, ADN or BSN

· Must hold a current RN license from the Missouri State Board of Nursing or Multistate RN license from a participating compact state required.

· BLS certification required upon hire

· ACLS certification within 1 year of hire date

Judit Inc. Job ID #713669.

Judit Inc. is a trusted, women-owned leader in healthcare staffing with over 17

years of experience connecting top-tier professionals with rewarding

opportunities. Our commitment to successful outcomes ensures you are

matched with roles where your expertise makes a difference in patient care.

With access to a robust network of healthcare facilities and positions, we

specialize in placing clinical and non-clinical talent across diverse settings,

including hospitals, specialty care centers, and virtual facilities. Our precision-

driven recruiting process ensures that your skills and goals align with

opportunities that allow you to thrive professionally.

At Judit, we value your contributions and are dedicated to supporting your

growth while helping you deliver exceptional care. Join us to advance your

career and make a lasting impact in the healthcare industry.