Job Summary
Step Down Unit Nurse – Asheville, NC. This role involves providing specialized care for patients with cardiac and pulmonary conditions in a 40-bed step-down unit. The position requires ensuring patient stability, administering titratable cardiac medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver compassionate, quality care.
Job Details
- Position Description:
The role involves caring for patients with CHF, MI, CP, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, post-cardiac catheter/stent, post-pacer/ICD/ablation, among other conditions, in a 5th-floor unit equipped with Zoll, Baxter pumps, lift equipment, and ultrasound scanner. The daily responsibilities include bedside cardioversion and medication titration. - Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess BLS and ACLS certifications, with education and experience supporting telemetered cardiac care, including familiarity with titratable cardiac IV medications. The position requires 0 years of experience, with a schedule of night shifts, 12 hours per shift, and a minimum of 36 hours per week. - Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with prostacyclins (e.g., Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) and relief charge experience are preferred. - Additional Information:
The nurse must demonstrate flexibility, a positive attitude, and strong team collaboration skills. Dress code involves all white or navy blue scrubs, and unit-specific policies will be discussed during orientation. The assignment duration is from 10/26/2026 to 01/25/2027, with every other weekend shifts and potential on-call requirements.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
