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Posted 02 August, 2026

Registered Nurse - Stepdown

SSM
Cincinnati, OH, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Join Our Team: More Than Just a Job

Worker Type: Regular

Job Highlights

Sign-on Bonus: Please consult with your recruiter regarding eligibility for the sign-on bonus!

Benefits

We offer a competitive and affordable health insurance package that includes:

  • Daily pay options!
  • Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement.
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave.
  • Support for adoption.
  • A variety of health insurance plans and wellness programs.
  • Retirement plans with employer matching.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Note: Benefits and eligibility may vary by position, and certain exclusions may apply.

Job Summary

The role involves delivering direct nursing care in environments where patients need intricate assessments and interventions, adhering to the established policies, procedures, and protocols of our organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Gather comprehensive information from patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to create a complete understanding of the patient's needs.
  • Analyze and synthesize assessment data to determine relevant diagnoses or conditions.
  • Collaborate with patients, families, and the interprofessional team to identify optimal outcomes.
  • Formulate a care plan that outlines strategies and alternatives to achieve desired outcomes, utilizing clinical judgment.
  • Execute the care plan, ensuring a safe environment and coordinating with patients, families, and the care team.
  • Assess processes and progress towards achieving goals and outcomes.
  • Contribute to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices, regularly evaluating personal performance and staying updated on knowledge and skills.
  • Communicate effectively across all practice areas, collaborating with patients, families, and the interprofessional team.
  • Employ clinical inquiry and integrate the best evidence into nursing practice.
  • Utilize evidence-based practices and scientific knowledge in critical care nursing, ensuring care is tailored to the patient's age and clinical needs as outlined in the department's Scope of Service.
  • Maintain a constant state of alertness and safety.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program or equivalent educational background for licensing.
  • Experience: No prior experience is required.
Physical Requirements
  • Regularly use speech for oral communication.
  • Frequent standing and walking.
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing between 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent sitting, reaching, and data entry.
  • Regular use of vision for near and far distances, as well as color differentiation.
  • Frequent use of smell for odor recognition.
  • Regular hearing to receive oral communication and detect alarms or machinery issues.
  • Occasional lifting of objects weighing 25-50 lbs and moving patients.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and other physical movements.
  • Rarely required to crawl or run.
Licenses and Certifications

Depending on the state of work location, the following certifications are required:

  • Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - State-specific licensing body.
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) - AHA or other relevant certifications.
Work Shift

Day Shift (United States)

Job Type

Employee

Department

CV Intermediate Care

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36 hours

Additional Benefits

We value our outstanding employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package tailored to their needs:

  • Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
  • Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees instant access to their earned pay (fees may apply).
  • Upfront Tuition Coverage: We offer upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.