Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown Job at First Connect Health, Council Bluffs, IA

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  • First Connect Health
  • Council Bluffs, IA

Job Description

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Stepdown / PCU RN – Acute Care (Auto Offer)

Department: Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit
Care Setting: Acute Care Hospital


Charting System: EPIC

Position Details
  • Shift Length: 12 hours
  • Schedule:
    • Days: 0630–1900
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Holiday Requirement: 1 major + 1 minor
  • Orientation:
    • 1 unit-specific 12-hour shift
    • Open-book skills exam on Friday of orientation
    • 90% required to pass – failure results in contract termination
Unit Information
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
  • Support Staff: Nurse Aides/PCTs (1:10 ratio)
  • Charge Nurse: Yes (takes full patient assignment)
Patient Population
  • Heart failure
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Respiratory distress
  • Stroke
Clinical Responsibilities
  • Titrate cardiac drips ✅
    • Common drips: Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin
  • Telemetry monitoring – RNs must read and interpret their own strips
  • CPAP management (troubleshooting only)
  • May float to ICU if experienced and competent
Required Experience & Education
  • Minimum: 2 years RN experience (Stepdown/PCU preferred)
  • License: Active RN license (required at submission)
  • BSN: Not required
Required Certifications
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Compliance Requirements (READ CAREFULLY)
  • Employment Restriction:
    • Cannot have worked FT/PT/PRN for Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity Health within the past year
  • Fingernail Policy:
    • Artificial nails are strictly prohibited in patient care areas
    • Refusal to remove nails = termination of contract
  • RTO Policy:
    • All requested time off must be submitted upfront
    • No additional RTO approved after submission

       
  • Fast-paced unit ideal for nurses who are team-oriented, patient-focused, and adaptable

Job ID - 1019157

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Long term contract, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work,

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