Stepdown Registered Nurse - Los Alamos, New Mexico in Los Alamos, NM

A nursing opportunity is available in Los Alamos, NM, focusing on step-down care that supports medically complex patients awaiting community placement. This contract role requires the ability to provide compassionate, efficient, and patient-focused care while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Responsibilities include delivering direct patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; administering medications and treatments; documenting care accurately; and ensuring safe, equitable patient outcomes. The role also involves clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel and requires flexibility to float between departments or nearby locations within a 20-mile radius. Strong skills in recognizing and responding to patient condition changes, de-escalation, and managing a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:7 are critical. Weekend work and participation in on-call coverage may be required. Key Qualifications: • Licensed Registered Nurse with current RN credentials • Ability to successfully pass a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test upon onboarding • Experience in step-down nursing or caring for medically complex and Med/Surg patients • Proficient in administering medications and treatments according to protocols • Strong clinical assessment and patient monitoring skills • Effective communicator with interdisciplinary teams and patients families • Adaptability to float across departments and local sites within a 20-mile area Located in Los Alamos, this community offers a unique blend of scenic beauty in northern New Mexico and a welcoming environment rich with cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career and lifestyle balance. This contract position provides the chance to engage in meaningful nursing care in a dynamic setting with medically complex patients. If you meet the qualifications and are prepared to enhance patient outcomes in a step-down environment, consider applying for this rewarding role today.