Stepdown (RN)
Saint Louis, Missouri
Christian Hospital

Job Overview for Registered Nurse Position

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
• Facility: Christian Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Shift Information

• Unit: Step Down Unit
• Shift: Nights (1900-0730)
• Commitment: 36 hours per week, with every other weekend required
• Ratios: 1:4

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• First-timers Accepted: No
• Must have been at the bedside within the last 6 months

Certification Requirements

• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
• Experience with:

  • Vents
  • Titration of pressors
  • Insulin drips
  • Trach vents
  • Art lines
  • External pacemakers
  • Chest tubes

Additional Information

• Floating: Yes, to lower acuity floors
• Local Candidates: Not accepted (75 miles radius rule)
• Pending License Accepted: Yes
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours for 3-12s

Hospital Highlights

• Type of Facility: Acute Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 233
• Charting System: EPIC
• Parking: No cost

Special Requirements

• Must have experience with titration of vasopressors, sedation medication, and insulin drips.
• Must be certified in BLS, ACLS, and NIH.
• Must have been at the bedside within the last 6 months.

Compliance and Documentation

• Government Issued ID: Required
• Background Check: Required within 6 months of start
• References: Two professional references required
• Employment Application: Required

Health and Safety Requirements

• Fit Mask Testing: Required
• Drug Testing: Required within 1 year of start
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap vaccine or declination required
  • Flu vaccination documentation required
  • TB testing requirements

This position is ideal for experienced registered nurses looking for a travel opportunity in a supportive healthcare environment.