Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

Job Summary A Step Down Unit registered nurse is needed in a healthcare provider’s facility located in the immediate area. This role involves providing specialized care to patients requiring close monitoring and treatment within inpatient units, including intensive care, step-down, medical, and surgical units. The position is available starting November 2, 2026, with an expected end date of February 1, 2027, offering an opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse clinical environment. Job Details

• Position: Step Down Unit Registered Nurse
• Certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA); required at the time of submission
• Education Requirements: Valid nursing license; minimum of two years of clinical experience in a relevant setting
• Experience: 0 years minimum required, with preference for additional experience in step-down or critical care units
• Location: Healthcare provider’s facility, working in inpatient units based on competency (ICU, Step-down, medical/surgical)
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days and evenings as scheduled, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Responsibilities:
• Managing a variety of patient populations, including cardiac, ortho/neuro, surgical, and medical patients
• Titration of drips such as Heparin, Cardizem, Nitro, Cardene, Insulin, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and others in the step-down units
• Collaborating with monitor techs; reading and interpreting strips
• Providing high-quality patient care aligned with hospital policies and standards
• Working within staffing ratios appropriate to the unit
• Additional Information:
• Staff members may be assigned via daily communication with staffing personnel
• The unit utilizes electronic charting through EPIC system
• No call or standby requirements unless census levels dictate
• Uniform scrubs are royal blue; specific orientation includes 3-4 shifts

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