Stepdown Registered Nurse - Thomasville, North Carolina - Thomasville Alabama

Company: Soliant
Location: Thomasville, Alabama
Posted On: 03/21/2026

Job Description 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. A unique nursing opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse experienced in stepdown care with a strong background in high-acuity cardiac and critical care patients. This position supports a new progressive care unit (PCU) in Thomasville, NC, which will evolve into an intensive care unit (ICU) by the end of 2026. Nurses will provide care to critically ill cardiac patients with a wide range of complex cardiovascular diagnoses. Location Overview: Situated in North Carolina, Thomasville offers a friendly community atmosphere combined with access to larger metropolitan areas. Residents enjoy a blend of historic charm, affordable living, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Its proximity to Winston-Salem and other urban centers provides cultural experiences, dining, and entertainment, making it both a welcoming and convenient place to live and work. Key Responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive nursing care for cardiac and post-surgical patients including those with CHF, STEMI/NSTEMI, arrhythmias, post-CABG, heart transplants, and vascular surgeries. Manage advanced devices such as Swan-Ganz catheters, Impella, and temporary pacemakers. Perform wound care, dressing changes, chest tube and trach care, as well as managing ventilated patients once the unit transitions to ICU. Interpret EKGs, defibrillate, perform cardioversions, and manage complex drips including pressors, sedatives, and cardiac medications. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including charge nurses, respiratory therapists, intensivists, and physician residents for high-quality patient care. Desired Experience and Qualifications: Minimum 2 years ICU or PCU experience; CVICU experience preferred. From October 2026, ICU-specific experience required. Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS mandatory. Proficiency with cardiac monitoring devices and advanced nursing interventions. Experience with LVAD and post-cardiac transplant patients highly desirable; training available. Additional Details: Patient ratios: 1:3-4 initially, moving to 1:2-3 in ICU transition. Technology: EMR (EPIC), IV pumps (Alariso), and Omnicell medication dispensing. Support staff includes CNAs and resource nurses; charge nurse does not carry patient load. Orientation includes two shifts on the unit. Scrub color: Royal Blue; Free parking provided. Possible float assignments across various hospital units within scope of practice. Role Type: Contract assignment Elevate your nursing career by contributing to a dynamic cardiac care unit and advancing your skills in critical care. Candidates ready for a challenging and rewarding stepdown nursing role with transition into ICU care are encouraged to apply now. Flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth await you in this evolving healthcare environment. Take the next step in specialized cardiac nursingsubmit your application today. More...

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