Registered Nurse PCU Step-down

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an RN Registered Nurse PCU Stepdown for a top Healthcare client.

This high-acuity position requires clinical expertise to deliver continuous, high-quality, and efficient care to patients requiring an intermediate level of monitoring and intervention (Step-Down/Progressive Care Unit). The RN ensures optimal patient safety and outcomes by utilizing strong critical thinking skills to manage complex, at-risk patients in a challenging environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct, specialized nursing care and continuous monitoring for an assigned patient population in the PCU/Step-Down environment.
• Conduct frequent, precise patient assessments and promptly interpret complex physiological data to identify and address changes in clinical status.
• Implement physician orders, administer medications, and manage advanced therapies necessary for high-acuity patient care.
• Utilize critical thinking, decisive judgment, and problem-solving skills to manage patient workload and clinical interventions effectively.
• Collaborate with physicians, intensivists, and other care team members to ensure a seamless and coordinated plan of care.
• Maintain service excellence and good interpersonal communication when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient progress clearly, accurately, and timely in the electronic medical record.

Requirements

Education

• Nursing Diploma or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in an acute care setting is strongly preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

• Current Florida State Registered Nurse (RN) license or appropriate compact licensure is required.
• If holding a compact license, an active FL RN license must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required.

Skills

• Demonstrated critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and follow complex verbal instructions accurately.
• Proficiency in basic personal computer (PC) skills for charting and record maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.