Stepdown Nurse (RN) in Florissant, MO Apply
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years Stepdown RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Deliver critical nursing care on a Stepdown Unit in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting, focusing on managing patients requiring close monitoring and specialized interventions. This contract position offers 36 guaranteed hours per week with a night shift schedule working three 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM). The hospital is equipped with EPIC charting and provides free parking to staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex patient care including titration of vasopressors, sedation medications, insulin drips, and advanced life support devices such as trach vents, arterial lines, external pacemakers, and chest tubes.
- Provide bedside care with strong clinical judgment, maintaining safety and high standards within a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio.
- Adhere to hospital protocols and utilize EPIC for accurate documentation.
- Float within your scope of practice to other lower acuity floors as needed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 2 years recent bedside experience (within last 6 months) on a stepdown or similar unit.
- Current ACLS, BCLS, and NIH certifications required.
- Ability to work night shifts with an every other weekend weekend commitment (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday).
- Flexibility to manage complex patient care involving advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Pending licenses within 75-mile radius accepted.
Location:Florissant, MO offers a suburban community atmosphere with convenient access to the greater metropolitan area, providing diverse cultural, dining, and recreational options. The location ensures a balanced lifestyle between work and personal life with easy commuting options.
This contract role is ideal for nurses seeking to leverage specialized clinical skills in a supportive acute care environment with flexible scheduling. If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a rewarding role on a stepdown unit, apply today to advance your nursing career.

