Travel Stepdown RN - Youngstown, OH

This travel nursing opportunity is for experienced Registered Nurses specializing in stepdown/PCU care, focusing on cardiac, surgical, and respiratory patients. The position requires dedication to providing skilled, compassionate care in a progressive care environment with a strong emphasis on clinical judgment and multidisciplinary teamwork.


Location: Youngstown, OH
Youngstown is a vibrant city offering a rich history and evolving healthcare community. It combines urban amenities with small-town charm, providing a balanced lifestyle for healthcare professionals who want engaging work in a supportive setting.


Position Details:

• 13-week travel assignment
• 12-hour night shifts
• Dysrhythmia Exam required (study guide provided)
• BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke certification required
• Patient ratio approximately 1:5-6 nights, 1:4-5 days
• Unit caring for cardiac, surgical, and respiratory illnesses; no A-lines, trachs, or vents
• Manage Tikosyn loading, Cardizem titration, heparin, amiodarone drips, post-op drains, wound vacs
• 26-bed stepdown unit with occasional charge nurse duties

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current RN license in a compact state or state of practice
• Minimum 1 year RN experience; 6 months acute care preferred
• BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke certification required
• Dysrhythmia exam with study guide assistance
• Critical care or progressive care certification (CCRN, PCCN) preferred
• EPIC EHR experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and patient advocacy skills
• Ability to prioritize and respond to rapidly changing patient conditions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate care plans
• Administer medication safely in compliance with protocols
• Coordinate patient care across departments and advocate for patient and family needs
• Utilize evidence-based nursing practice models for patient-centered care
• Participate in quality improvement and maintain safety standards
• Provide patient teaching and support coping with illness and recovery
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes

This is a travel nurse assignment aimed at candidates willing to relocate for the duration of the contract and gain specialized PCU experience in a dynamic environment.


If you meet the qualifications and seek a challenging role delivering advanced stepdown care, submit your application now to explore this rewarding travel nursing position.