Travel Stepdown RN - $2,362 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Peoria, 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 seeking an experienced RN for a Stepdown Care Unit position requiring ICU/Intermediate care experience with trach and vent skills at a 3:1 ratio. Details Acute care setting within a 20-bed Stepdown Care Unit with 8 private and 12 semi-private rooms Nurse to patient ratio of 3 to 1 Cares for patients with COPD, CHF, DM, sepsis, renal issues, DKA, alcohol withdrawal, overdose, pneumonia, and other respiratory conditions, along with some neuro/surgical/cardiac patients Manages patients on Bipap, Cpap, face mask ventilators, trachs, and ventilated trach patients, along with chest tubes, g-tubes, NG tubes, PICC lines, and central lines Requires titration of drips including Cardene, Cardizem, Amio, Dobutamine, Heparin, and low-dose or infrequent Vasopressors Charge nurse and 24/7 house supervisor support available on each shift, though charge nurse may take patients if staffing is not ideal 2 PCTs per shift, each taking up to 10 patients when unit is full All patients on bedside Phillips monitors with tele techs interpreting strips for RN confirmation 12-hour day shifts, 7am-7pm, with block scheduling available Every other weekend required, with Sat/Sun rotation for day shift No call or standby requirements Uses EPIC EMR First priority for floating, potentially to ICU (with extensive ICU experience), other Stepdown units, or Gen Med, taking appropriate patient loads for that level of care Requirements Active IL RN license required (or confirmation that application process has been initiated) BLS (AHA) certification required ACLS certification recommended Minimum 1 year of experience required ICU/Intermediate (Stepdown) experience with a 3:1 or 2:1 nurse to patient ratio required Progressive care or telemetry-only experience is not sufficient Trach and vent experience required due to frequent trach/vented patients on the unit Negative drug screen required for all panels (Drug-Free Campus) Additional Information Local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility Every other holiday rotation required, including working the companion day of major holidays Scrubs of any color permitted Unit orientation includes 1 day for EPIC training, 1 day with the unit educator, and 1 day on the floor with an RN COVID vaccination is not required American Traveler Job ID P-749596. 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386