Travel Pediatric Stepdown RN - $2,071 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Stepdown position requiring vent, trach, and G-tube experience along with an active IL RN license in hand. Details Pediatric acute care unit in a children's hospital with 39 beds serving all specialties Patients range from 2 weeks to 18 years old, with 50-60% having some form of technology dependence Unit cares for chronically ill children with tracheostomies and chronic ventilator needs; no drips, surgical, or transitional patients Patient ratios of 1:3-4 Day shift schedule, 3x12 or 4x12 hours (7:00-19:30) Every other weekend required No on-call responsibilities Floating required within scope to meet facility needs Open to block scheduling Uses Meditech charting system Requirements Active IL RN license required in hand at time of submission (compact licenses not accepted) BLS and PALS certification required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required 1:4 patient ratio experience required Meditech charting experience required Experience with ventilator, tracheostomy, and G-tube care required Prior travel nursing experience required Flu vaccine required, medical and religious exemptions accepted Additional Information Provide direct care to pediatric patients with chronic illness, including ventilator, tracheostomy, and gastric tube management Scrubs may be any color as long as neat and clean; peds-themed scrubs encouraged Free parking available in shared lots on facility grounds First-time travelers will not be considered for this position Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers Previous perm staff members at this facility or its affiliated clinics will not be considered All requested time off must be approved and included in the contract prior to the start date, with no additions once the contract has started American Traveler Job ID P-749062. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Pediatric 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.