Stepdown Nurse (RN) - Dewey, AZ

Company: Soliant
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

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. This opportunity involves working a 12-hour shift schedule with alternating weekends and holiday rotations, providing consistency while supporting work-life balance. The role is a contract position located in Dewey, AZ, offering experience on a multi-acuity stepdown unit caring for complex patients in intensive care (ICU), progressive care (PCU), and medical/surgical (MST) settings. Qualifications & Experience - Minimum 2 years ICU nursing experience; combination of 1 year ICU plus 1 year PCU/Med-Surg accepted with strong skills in larger facilities - Current BLS and ACLS certifications required - Able to successfully pass a dysrhythmia exam (minimum 80% within two attempts) prior to contract signing - Experience titrating drips such as sedation, vasopressors, and insulin - Proficient with bedside cardiac monitoring, 12-lead EKG acquisition, and interpreting telemetry strips - Clear of any employment with CommonSpirit-affiliated facilities within the past 12 months and willing to comply with radius rules Responsibilities - Provide primary nursing care to patients across ICU, PCU, and MST levels on a 10-bed unit with acuity-adaptable care - Manage patient ratios ranging from 1:2 (ICU) to 1:5-6 (MST), adjusting if nurse aide support is unavailable - Collaborate with respiratory therapists to support patients on ventilators, CPAP, and BiPAP devices - Participate in standby rotations during low census periods - Floats as needed to emergency care, pediatric, and alternative campuses within a two-hour notice to maintain competencies - Comply with hospital and unit-specific orientation and dress code policies About Dewey, AZDewey offers a serene environment for healthcare professionals seeking a blend of small-town comfort and access to outdoor recreation. The surrounding areas provide picturesque landscapes ideal for hiking, fishing, and exploring local culture, creating a balanced lifestyle outside of work. This contract role provides the unique chance to work in a dynamic, multi-level acuity unit while sharpening your clinical skills across ICU and stepdown care. Take this next step in your nursing career by applying now to become part of a respected healthcare team dedicated to high-quality patient outcomes.

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