Travel Stepdown RN - $1,554 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Hazard, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• 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: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of PCU/Stepdown experience and KY or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the 3 South Stepdown unit with 1:4/5 patient ratios
• Night shift schedule (3x12 and 4x12 rotating, 19:00-7:30)
• 36/48 rotating schedule totaling 84 hours per two-week pay period
• Meditech charting system preferred
• Float required within scope of practice
• Every other weekend required
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

Requirements

• Active KY or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU/Stepdown nursing experience required
• Experience with cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, and management preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, central and peripheral line care preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Two professional references required, one from a Charge nurse or higher and one from a supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Valid driver's license required with address matching permanent address
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted; medical and religious exemptions considered case-by-case

Additional Information

• Provide care to stepdown patients including cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and renal cases
• Monitor and manage telemetry, dysrhythmias, and utilize rapid response/code teams as needed
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if submitted upfront with no changes accepted
• Must work either a major or minor holiday shift for every holiday
• Candidates must live within 75 miles of the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after completing one year in the system before returning
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit

American Traveler Job ID #P-751616. 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 - 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.