Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job

Overview
Registered Nurse, Stepdown opportunity in a hospital setting in Boston, MA. This travel assignment starts on 11/02/2026 and runs for 13 weeks, with 36 guaranteed hours per week on 12-hour shifts (DN rotation, including weekends and holidays). The unit supports IMCU, neurology, and medsurg patients, with a mix of high-acuity cases including chronic vents and trachs. Weekly pay ranges from $2,561 to $2,684, with a local-pay policy for nearby residents.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,561–$2,684 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour shifts with DN rotation; weekends and holidays included
- Start date: 11/02/2026
- Local vs travel pay policy: local residents within 50 miles receive a local rate ($10 less than posted bill rate)

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, evidence-based nursing care to IMCU/stepdown patients, including neurology and medsurg cases with high acuity
- Monitor patients continuously, interpret telemetry rhythms, and respond to rhythm changes; administer medications via auto-dispense systems
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and revise patient plans, document care, and ensure safety and comfort
- Manage complex needs such as vent and tracheostomy care, neuro checks, and post-operative or medically complex conditions
- Maintain accurate documentation, infection control practices, and adherence to unit protocols; participate in patient and family education

Requirements
- Current RN license to practice in the applicable state (or eligibility for the assignment)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Minimum 1 year IMCU experience and 2+ years recent medsurg and telemetry experience; neuro care, myocardial infarctions, and trach care required
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry rhythm strips; telemetry test on day 1
- Auto medication dispensing experience
- Comfortable caring for high-acuity patients and adapting to a fast-paced, 27-bed unit with a 1:3 to 1:4 patient ratio

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed weekly hours and a defined 13-week contract
- Direct support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment
- Competitive weekly pay in the stated range
- Clear assignment details, including shift schedule and start date
- Local-pay option available for eligible nearby applicants

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.