ICU Stepdown Nurse

commonspirit· Critical Care Step Down
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Registered Nurse at CHI St. Vincent in Stepdown Unit, you will help patients transitioning from intensive care achieve optimal health and independence so they can return home safely and confidently.

 

Every day you will provide direct patient care, including medication administration, monitoring vital signs, and managing complex patient needs. You will be expected to collaborate effectively with physicians, other healthcare providers, and patients and their families.

 

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills.

 

  • Checking patients' health status daily and making note of any changes or concerns
  • Caring for multiple patients throughout the same shift, often varying in age and condition
  • Monitoring patients with life-saving medical equipment such as IVs, catheters, feeding tubes and ventilators
  • Providing a comfortable and secure environment for the patient while acting as their advocate

 

Job Requirements

  • Registered Nurse license in good standing, State of Arkansas or compact state license required prior to start date 
  • 1 year of acute care stepdown and/or ICU experience is required
  • Previous step down and/or ICU experience strongly preferred
  • BLS through the American Heart Association is required within 30 days
  • ACLS through the American Heart Association is required within 90 days

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the ICU Stepdown Nurse position at commonspirit?
The salary for this ICU Stepdown Nurse role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the ICU Stepdown Nurse role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a ICU Stepdown Nurse role in the Critical Care Step Down department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the ICU Stepdown Nurse at commonspirit belong to?
This ICU Stepdown Nurse position is part of the Critical Care Step Down department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the ICU Stepdown Nurse position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the ICU Stepdown Nurse job at commonspirit posted?
This ICU Stepdown Nurse position at commonspirit was posted on Apr 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
ICU Stepdown Nurse
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