Travel Nurse RN, StepDown Pay up to $2,231/WK

Travel Nurse RN, StepDown

UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center Des Moines, Iowa

Registered Nurse (RN) Step-Down Unit

If you are passionate about providing intermediate-level care, join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Step-Down Unit. In this role, you will care for patients transitioning from intensive care who require close monitoring but not ICU-level support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor patient vitals and conditions, responding promptly to any changes or complications.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized patient care plans effectively.
• Educate patients and families on treatment regimens, recovery processes, and discharge planning.
• Create accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions provided, and outcomes achieved in medical records systems.

Work Environment:

• The role is based in hospital Step-Down Units serving patients requiring intermediate-level monitoring and support.
• This position requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, effective communication skills, and the ability to handle dynamic healthcare situations calmly.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary with potential for career growth within progressive care nursing specialties or leadership roles.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance coverage, retirement savings options, and paid leave policies.
• Supportive continuing education resources designed to maintain licensure requirements and enhance progressive care nursing competencies.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your commitment to delivering high-quality intermediate-level patient care is greatly appreciated. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where every employee can thrive professionally while positively impacting patient health outcomes daily.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.

COVID Vaccination Required. ACLS and BLS Required. 36 or 48 hour contracts available. 1 year of recent experience required. EPIC Charting experience preferred. Every other weekend. Required to work holidays if applicable.

Shift: 07:00 PM - 07:00 AM

Hours: 36 Hrs/Wk

Start date: 2026-10-26

Length: 13