RN: Stepdown
- Waukesha, WI, United States
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Job details
- Working hours
- 36 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description:
This 13-week travel assignment is designed for an experienced RN with a strong cardiac or heart-care background. Working 12-hour night shifts in an intermediate-care setting, you will care for patients with heart failure, acute myocardial infarctions, arrhythmias, post-cardiac procedures, respiratory failure, sepsis, strokes, and other complex medical conditions. The role calls for confidence with rhythm interpretation, routine cardiac care, and managing a typical night-shift assignment of four to five patients. ICU nurses may be considered when comfortable with this patient mix and assignment structure.
Weather:
Waukesha typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with changing skies and occasional precipitation. Pack warm layers and comfortable shoes for exploring the area between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Downtown Waukesha: Explore local shops, restaurants, galleries, and community events.
- Fox River Recreation Trail: Walk, run, or bike along scenic paths near the river.
- Retzer Nature Center: Enjoy trails, wooded landscapes, and peaceful outdoor spaces.
- Day Trip to Milwaukee: Visit the lakefront, museums, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
- Day Trip to Madison: Discover the state capitol area, local dining, and cultural attractions.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Waukesha, Wisconsin
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week