Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Stepdown | Atlanta, GA | Start 09/08/2026 | 13 weeks | $2,292-$2,433 per week | Guaranteed hours 48 per week | Night shift (2x4 Nights) | Hospital setting

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,292–$2,433 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 48 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 2x4 Nights
- Start date: 09/08/2026
- Setting: Hospital-based medical step-down unit with 16–20 beds and a 1:4 patient ratio

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for adult patients on a medical step-down unit, typically 16–20 beds, with a 1:4 patient-to-nurse ratio
- Monitor patient status, administer medications and IV therapies, perform ongoing assessments, and respond rapidly to deterioration in conditions such as sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergencies, and respiratory compromise
- Collaborate with physicians, charge nurses, pharmacists, and case management to implement care plans, initiate appropriate therapies, and coordinate transfers or discharges
- Manage equipment and lines (IV access, monitoring devices, drains as assigned), review lab results, and support therapeutic interventions and telemetry as needed
- Provide patient and family education, document care accurately in the electronic health record, and uphold safety and infection control practices
- Participate in shift handoffs, prioritize tasks to maintain high-quality care for a mixed acuity step-down population, and contribute to a positive team environment

Requirements
- Active RN license in Georgia or eligibility to obtain GA licensure
- ACLS and BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience in a step-down, medical-surgical, or similarly capable unit
- Ability to work night shifts on a 2x4 schedule in a hospital setting with a 1:4 patient ratio
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills; ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and ongoing travel support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 assignment support and assistance with credentialing processes
- Fast credentialing to minimize start delays
- Guaranteed hours as stated and a clearly defined 13-week contract period
- Professional development and opportunities for extended assignments

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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