Job Description:

Provide step-down nursing care for adult patients managing conditions such as COPD, CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and post-COVID complications. This assignment includes caring for patients with tracheostomies, ventilators, BiPAP, high oxygen needs, and telemetry or medication drips, including insulin, heparin, and Cardizem. Nurses may work within a team nursing model alongside another registered nurse and a patient care technician, or provide primary nursing care depending on unit operations. Candidates should have step-down or PCU experience, ventilator experience, EPIC experience, and the ability to interpret cardiac rhythms. BLS, ACLS, and successful completion of an online EKG telemetry competency assessment are required. Travelers should be prepared to float to medically appropriate assignments and work every other weekend and holiday.

Weather:

Dayton typically offers crisp, cool weather this time of year, with refreshing outdoor conditions, colorful scenery, and occasional chilly or rainy days. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for exploring the city and nearby attractions.

Fun Things To Do:

• Arts and Culture: Explore the Dayton Art Institute and nearby RiverScape MetroPark.

• Aviation Adventure: Visit the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

• Day Trip: Spend the day in Yellow Springs browsing local shops and hiking at Glen Helen Nature Preserve.

• Day Trip: Visit Cincinnati for riverfront views, museums, dining, and entertainment.

• Local Outdoors: Walk or bike along the Miami Valley Bike Trails.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Dayton, Ohio

Shift: 12-hour days, 3 shifts per week, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave