ICU Stepdown RN

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Shifts : Days or Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Compensation

Base Pay : $31.86 – $46.28 / hr (based on experience)

~5 Years : $36.12 / hr

~10 Years : $40.44 / hr

~17+ Years : $46.28 / hr

Shift Differentials :

Nights : +$4.50 / hr

Weekends : +$1.50 / hr

Sign-On Bonus : $15,000 (Days) | $20,000 (Nights) – available through Q3

Relocation Assistance : Case-by-case

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated ICU Stepdown RN to join a collaborative team in a 15-bed intermediate care unit . This true stepdown / PCU environment offers a 3 : 1 nurse-to-patient ratio (occasionally 4 : 1) caring for patients who require drips, long-term ventilators, and frequent assessments.

This role is ideal for nurses who excel in high-acuity care and want to bridge ICU and med-surg while working alongside a supportive, experienced interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

Perform frequent assessments and monitor patients requiring close observation.

Manage cardiac drips, long-term ventilators, and stepdown-level treatments.

Collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safe, effective patient outcomes.

Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and recovery plans.

Promote a culture of teamwork, patient safety, and excellence in care.

Qualifications

Required :

Active Florida RN license or Compact RN license

Minimum 1 year of recent ICU Stepdown experience

Will also consider RNs with 3+ years in Cardiac or Multisystem PCU

ADN or Nursing Diploma

NIH Stroke Scale (within 30 days)

BLS (within 30 days) & ACLS (within 6 months)

Preferred : BSN

Additional Information

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (includes free preventive care & telemedicine)

401(k) with up to 9% employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount)

Paid family leave, PTO, and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 / year + $100 / month student loan assistance

Fertility and adoption assistance

Dependent scholarships

Career development and advancement programs

Emotional wellness support, counseling services, legal / financial resources

Optional pet insurance

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses with ICU Stepdown or PCU experience who want to grow in a supportive, team-driven environment. Competitive pay, strong incentives, and relocation support make this an outstanding next step in your nursing career.

Apply today to join a high-performing team in Sanford, FL.

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