Travel Step Down RN - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/05/2026 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: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Step Down/PCU night shift position at a teaching hospital requiring at least 1 year of PCU experience and an OH or compact RN license. Details Work in the Step Down/PCU unit of a teaching hospital Cardiac telemetry patient population requiring rhythm monitoring and dysrhythmia management Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week Weekday and some weekend shifts required, with rotating or straight nights and rotating holidays On-call responsibilities required Floating required within the OSU health system Uses Epic EMR Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 1 year of PCU/Step Down nursing experience required Teaching hospital experience required Trauma Level I or II experience preferred Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management Experience with IV therapy, central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care/management Experience with blood product administration and phlebotomy Experience with cardiac drip titration and heparin protocols Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drip titration Experience managing pre/post hemodialysis and renal failure patients Experience with feeding tube care and management Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE use 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager, director, or supervisor and the second from a charge RN or higher; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide cardiac telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and respond using rapid response/code teams as needed Care for patients requiring ventilator support, chest tube management, and oxygen administration Complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly upon signing contract due to strict processing timelines RTO requests must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less First-time travelers are welcome to apply Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for travel assignments Local candidates are accepted at the same pay rate American Traveler Job ID P-749157. 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: 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.