5 New Hampshire Step-Down Unit (SDU) Jobs
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Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
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Unit Details:
- PCU/IMCU unit providing PCU-level care with assessment and evaluation of patients.
- Must be able to manage high flow and BiPAP.
- Patient population includes primary medical patients with respiratory failure, infections, CHF, and arrhythmias.
- Uses chest tubes, epidurals, CAPD, NICO (Cheetah), radial and femoral compression devices post-procedure, ICU Medical IV pumps, Vapotherm high flow, Philips BiPAP, and Philips cardiac monitors.
- Responsibilities include infusions and some titrations (amiodarone, Cardizem, Lasix), performing and reading EKGs, phlebotomy, IV starts, central line care and maintenance, removal of central lines, and assisting with bedside procedures including chest tube placement and central line placement.
Shift & Scheduling:
- Every other weekend.
- Schedule is posted every 6 weeks; no self-scheduling.
Special Requests:
- Must be separated from BILH for 6+ months to be considered.
Step-Down Unit Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary
Job responsibilities of a Step-Down nurse include maintaining ventilators, administering treatments and medications, collaborating with members of the healthcare team, and interacting with patients and their families. Registered Nurses who specialize in Step-Down Unit will need BLS and ACLS certifications. They will manage many high-risk IV medications such as Heparin or Insulin infusions. The average nurse-to-patient ratio is usually between 3 and 4 patients; this may vary depending on the facility. Average annual salaries in the United States for a Step-Down nurse are around $88,000. Salaries may be higher if the nurse has relevant certifications.
Step-Down Unit (SDU) Travel Nurse Jobs in New Hampshire
Step-Down (SDU) nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The SDU is an intermediate unit between the ICU and med-surg. It is also called a Progressive Care or Transitional Care Unit. Patients are not as acutely ill as in the ICU, but are also not stable enough to be on a med-surg unit with a higher nurse-to-patient ratio. Job descriptions note excellent critical thinking skills and prior emergency or critical care experience. Are you looking for your dream job? Explore our Step-Down travel nurse opportunities below!
