Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

Job Summary Step Down Unit Registered Nurse (RN) – Days Shift – Local Candidates Preferred. This position involves providing patient-centered care for adult oncology and trauma patients in an acute care setting. The role requires adaptability to float across multiple units, and candidates must meet specific certification and experience requirements. Job Details

• Position: RN – Step Down Unit
• Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• End Date: 03/15/2027
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS certification, ACLS certification, minimum 2 years of RN experience in a relevant clinical setting, driver’s license.
• Preferred Qualifications: Current ONCC or ONS certification, experience with oncology and trauma patients, charge nurse experience.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM or 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, includes every other weekend, self-scheduling with unit needs.
• Additional Information:
• RN candidates must pass a pass/fail exam during orientation, with a required score of 90% to continue.
• Artificial nails are prohibited.
• Must be comfortable managing titratable drips such as Insulin, Cardizem, Chemotherapy, Heparin, and Protonix.
• Common respiratory equipment includes high-flow oxygen therapy, BiPAP, and ventilators.
• EMR system is Epic; IV pumps are Alaris; Lyko lifts are available in some rooms.
• Support staff includes nursing assistants, charge nurses, PT/OT, RN case managers, social workers, educators, and dietitians.
• Unit operates within a 50-mile radius; driver's license verification may be used to confirm eligibility.
• Orientation includes two days of unit-specific training.
• Candidates may be asked to float to other Medical/Surgical and PCU units, maintaining the same level of care.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits