Registered Nurse - Stepdown to ICU Career Path

Provide high-quality care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg level by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices. Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reporting, administer medications, and monitor complex conditions including cardiac, respiratory, and post-ICU cases. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary partners to optimize patient outcomes while participating in huddles, shared governance activities, and unit-based quality improvement initiatives. This role offers a clear career pathway toward ICU specialization with structured mentorship and education support.