Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Stepdown – Atlanta, Georgia. Start date 09/08/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a hospital setting. Weekly pay range $2,314–$2,459 per week with 48 guaranteed hours. Shift: Night, 2x4 schedule. Setting: Medical step-down unit with 16–20 beds.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,314–$2,459 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 48 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night, 2x4 schedule
- Start date: 09/08/2026
- Setting: Hospital medical step-down unit

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in the medical step-down unit, addressing conditions such as sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergencies, respiratory failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, substance abuse, status epilepticus, and encephalopathy.
- Administer medications and therapies per physician orders; monitor patient responses and adjust care plans as needed.
- Monitor patients on telemetry, maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of up to 1:4, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and prepare for transitions of care.
- Perform and document accurate assessments, vital signs, wound care, IV therapy, daily care plans, and timely handoffs during shifts.
- Respond to changes in patient condition, implement ACLS/BLS protocols as indicated, and participate in ongoing quality and safety initiatives.

Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a medical step-down, telemetry, or related inpatient unit.
- ACLS and BLS certifications required.
- Experience in a 16–20 bed medical step-down unit with patient-to-nurse ratios up to 1:4.
- Ability to work Night shift on a 2x4 schedule for a 13-week travel assignment in Atlanta, GA.
- Capable of meeting the demands of a hospital setting and adapting to a fast-paced environment.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Assignment support throughout the 13-week contract
- Direct point of contact with Healthforce Healthcare LLC for credentialing and logistics

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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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