ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse - Sanford, FL (Full Time, Direct Hire)

Job Title: ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Sanford, FL
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Shift Options

• Days: Rotating weekends

• Nights: Rotating weekends

Compensation & Incentives

Base Pay (Experience-Based):

• $31.86/hr – 5 years

• $36.12/hr – Mid-range

• $40.44/hr – 10 years

• $46.28/hr – 17+ years

Shift Differentials:

• Nights: $4.50/hr

• Weekends: $1.50/hr

Sign-On Bonus (available through December 2025):

• $15,000 – Day shift

• $20,000 – Night shift

Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Position Overview

The ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse provides high-quality, patient-centered care for patients requiring close monitoring and frequent clinical assessments. This role demands strong critical thinking, clinical autonomy, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition while collaborating closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing reassessments

• Apply advanced clinical judgment to safely manage complex patient conditions

• Monitor critical vital signs and respond to emergent or life-threatening changes

• Administer medications, titrate IV drips, and manage advanced therapies per protocol

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care

• Educate patients and families on medications, procedures, and care plans

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU Stepdown RN experience
  OR consideration for candidates with 3+ years of Cardiac PCU or Multisystem PCU experience

• Active Florida RN license or approved multistate compact license

  • Compact license holders must obtain Florida licensure within 60 days of relocation

• RN Diploma or Associate Degree (BSN preferred)

• BLS required within 30 days of start

• NIH Stroke Scale certification within 30 days of start

• ACLS (AHA) required within 6 months of start

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Experience managing vasoactive drips and ventilated patients

• Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match (3%–9%)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and leave programs

• Tuition reimbursement and certification support

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Mental health, wellness, and financial support resources

• Career advancement opportunities and internal mobility

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.