Travel Step Down Unit RN - $1,915 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The position is for a Travel Nurse specializing in the Step Down Unit at a healthcare provider located in Hickory, North Carolina. The role involves working in a neuro progressive care environment, focusing on stable post-stroke, neuro surgery, telemetry, and medical patients. This is a night shift opportunity, with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week. The assignment is scheduled to start on July 20, 2026, and requires candidates to be at least 60 miles from the facility.

Job Details:

• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in neuro, telemetry, or medical-surgical units, and current BLS certification
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with post-stroke, neuro surgery, and telemetry patients; familiarity with electronic health records (Cerner, Epic, Meditech)
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Additional Information: Candidates must be open to a 6-8 week contract, start as soon as possible, and be flexible with shift preferences. The position is located on the neuro progressive care unit, with a focus on adult and geriatric patient populations.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1269815. 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: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus