Travel RN Step-Down PCU - $1,966 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Neuro Trauma Intermediate PCU (Step-Down) night shift position in Springfield, MO, requiring at least 1 year of ICU experience and a Missouri or compact RN license.

Details

• Neuro Trauma Intermediate PCU on a 26-bed unit functioning as an intermediate-level ICU
• Patient population includes neuro, trauma, alcohol withdrawal, respiratory distress, and patients requiring insulin drips
• Patient ratios of 3:1 or 4:1
• Equipment includes Philips monitors, chest tubes, arterial lines, wound vacs, drains, EVDs, Nicom, BiPAP, and Airvo
• EMR: Epic
• Night shift schedule, 19:00–07:00 (7p–7a)
• 13-week assignment
• Weekend hours as required by the facility
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required on a rotational basis to critical care cluster or med/surg

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license eligible for MO endorsement required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA required
• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience (inpatient only)
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required (Canadian SINs not accepted)

Additional Information

• Performs direct patient care for post-trauma, surgical, and medically complex patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes
• Role requires significant physical demands including standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting and turning patients with assistance, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs
• High-risk exposure to blood and body fluids
• Black scrubs required; Mercy-logo attire is also acceptable
• Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for assignments running November 1–April 1; declinations are not accepted
• Night shift orientation takes place on day shift, and candidates must be available the entire orientation week
• RTO of up to 5 days is allowed but must be made up during the assignment; no RTO approved in the first week
• Only 1 holiday RTO request allowed per assignment
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but will receive a reduced bill rate
• The facility is a Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center and a Level 2 Stroke Center

American Traveler Job ID #P-726389. 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.