Travel Step Down Unit RN - $2,020 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Morristown, New Jersey. The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in Step Down Unit to work nights, using the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, evidence-based practice, and alignment with the company's values of professionalism, respect, involvement, dignity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• At least 1 year of intermediate care or step-down nursing experience.
• Required skills: computer skills, patient assessment, intermediate care, step-down nursing, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the health care team to promote evidence-based practices within a healing environment.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Skills

RN

Patient assessment

Communication

Intermediate care

Step-down nursing

ACLS

BLS

Nursing documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Nursing

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Morristown, New Jersey.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

StepdownDiscipline:

RNStart Date:

10/05/2026Duration:

13 weeks36 hours per weekShift:

12 hours, nightsEmployment Type:

Travel

Job Summary:The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in Step Down Unit to work nights. The candidate will be responsible for utilizing the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Collaboration with the health care team to promote evidence-based practices within a healing environment is essential, along with demonstrating the organizations core values of Professionalism, Respect, Involvement, Dignity, and Excellence.

Job Details:Schedule: Night shifts from 7:0 PM to 7:0 AM, minimum of 36 hours per weekRequired Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Associates or Bachelors Degree (preferred), BLS certification required, ACLS certification required, at least 1 year of intermediate care or step-down nursing experience, required skills include computer skills, patient assessment, intermediate care nursing, step-down nursing, and communication.

Preferred Qualifications: None listed.

Additional Information: Candidate must have the ability to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients in a step-down setting. Team collaboration and effective communication are key responsibilities throughout the shift.

Benefits:The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE creditsCross Country Job ID #1313985. 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 UnitAbout 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 planReferral bonus