Travel Step Down Unit RN - $2,250 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Step Down Unit Nurse in a healthcare facility located in the area. This position involves providing specialized patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, focusing on patients with conditions such as heart failure, atrial fibrillation, respiratory distress, and stroke. The role requires a commitment to teamwork, patient-centered care, and adherence to clinical protocols.

Job Details

• Position Description:
  RN's must pass a pass/fail exam during orientation with a 90% passing requirement. The exam is open book and covers skills learned; all necessary resources will be provided. Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas. Drivers license required at submission to verify distance from the facility, with a radius rule of 50 miles.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS.
• Education and Experience: No specific degree requirement listed; minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Shift: Nights; 12 hours per shift; minimum 36 hours per week.
• Schedule: Shifts run from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM or 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM on a cyclic schedule, with every other weekend requirement.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • RNs are required to titrate certain drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitroglycerin.
  • Charge nurses take full patient assignments.
  • RNs interpret telemonitor strips and troubleshoot equipment like ventilators and CPAP devices.
  • Float to ICU may be required if the candidate has appropriate experience.
• Orientation: Sixteen hours of department-specific training.
• Notes:
  • The unit is fast-paced with frequent admits and discharges.
  • RTO requests must be made upfront; additional approvals will not be granted.
  • Cancellation policy allows the hospital to cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment.
  • Charting system: EPIC.
  • Must be licensed to submit and have a drivers license to verify distance.

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 #1326550. 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: 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