Travel Step Down RN - $1,998 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a RN for a Step Down/PCU night shift position requiring a VA or compact license, Epic experience, and prior telemetry/stepdown nursing experience. Details Work in the Step Down/PCU/IMC unit of an academic teaching hospital Cares for cardiac telemetry patients with 1:3 patient ratios Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) Every other weekend and every other holiday required, including inability to have Labor Day weekend off Floating required within scope of practice per facility policy Uses Epic EMR Requirements Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date) Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 1 year of previous charge experience required Epic EMR experience required BSN preferred Teaching hospital experience preferred Trauma Level I or II experience preferred Experience with cardiac telemetry, arterial line management, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, and oxygen administration Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration) and interpreting/managing dysrhythmias Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE Two professional references required for consideration Copies of required certifications required for consideration Additional Information Provide direct patient care on a busy stepdown/telemetry unit including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team activation as needed Manage patients with renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, orthopedic, and neurological/psychiatric conditions as part of a diversified caseload Complete up to 16 non-billable hours of specialty-specific orientation modules recorded in Workday Maximum of 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract, which must be disclosed at time of consideration Any vacation time between sign date and start date must be disclosed to arrange an appropriate start date Previous UVA Health employment as permanent staff or as an internal/external traveler requires 1-year separation and leadership approval External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility No radius rule applies to this position First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-745953. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.