Registered Nurse, Stepdown – Adults

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

. Deliver and coordinate nursing care for stepdown adult patients within a multidisciplinary team .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeMemphis • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in delivering comprehensive nursing care for stepdown adult patients, utilizing the nursing process and evidence-based practices. Proficient in patient advocacy, care plan development, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse License in TennesseeAssociate's Degree in NursingBasic Life Support CertificationClinical Nursing ExperienceCritical-Thinking Ability

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Nursing ProcessPatient Care AssessmentIndividualized Care PlansMedication AdministrationEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Patient AdvocacyEmotional SupportTeam CollaborationEffective Delegation

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health RecordsBarcode Scanning

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Nurse Practice ActPatient SafetyEvidence-Based PracticeMultidisciplinary TeamHealthcare Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

React

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver and coordinate nursing care for stepdown adult patients within a multidisciplinary team
Use the nursing process to provide comprehensive, high-quality care
Support patients and families through emotional challenges and crises
Prioritize patient safety and pursue optimal outcomes through evidence-based practice
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and determine appropriate interventions
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized patient care plans based on clinical assessments
Educate patients and families about care plans, medications, and self-care strategies
Administer medications safely using best practices
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
Advocate for patients and families and provide treatment and self-care resources
Direct and delegate patient-care activities on nursing units
Uphold MLH's Mission, Vision, and Values and model excellence in nursing practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree in Nursing required
Registered Nurse license in Tennessee through the Tennessee Board of Nursing required
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required
Registered Nurse experience: 0–1 years required
Clinical nursing experience: 1–3 years preferred
Comprehensive understanding of patient care and the nursing process
Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and Registered Nurse scope of practice
Critical-thinking ability to process complex clinical information and develop individualized care plans
Ability to delegate tasks effectively to team members
Familiarity with healthcare technology, including barcode scanning and electronic health records
Ability to meet physical requirements including medium work, exerting up to 50 lbs. occasionally and/or 25 lbs. frequently
Good balance and coordination
Ability to react quickly to emergency situations
Ability to tolerate frequent patient contact and exposure to body fluids and hazardous or poisonous materials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career growth opportunities
Employer of choice and talent-rich organization
Compassionate, patient-centered work environment
Multidisciplinary and collaborative team culture
Power of One culture focused on family, team, service, and excellence