Travel Step Down Unit RN - $2,230 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska. This role focuses on Step Down Unit care for adults and geriatrics with cardiac, nephrology, stroke and diabetes diagnoses, with a 12-hour night shift and a 36-hour work week.

The RN will titrate drips such as Cardizem and beta-blockers, maintain patient safety, participate in onboarding, and adhere to policies including RTO rules. EPIC charting is used.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience required.
• Valid RN licensure required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS.

Responsibilities

• Titrate drips such as Cardizem and beta-blockers.
• Care for adults and geriatrics in a Step Down Unit.
• Maintain patient ratios 1:4–5 and monitor seizures and other diagnoses.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

RN licensure

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

A Step Down Unit Registered Nurse (RN) is needed at a healthcare facility in the area. This role involves providing care to adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses, including cardiac, nephrology, stroke, and diabetes, among others. The position requires a dedicated professional capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Position Description:

  Unit notes indicate the department is a Step Down Unit (STEP DOWN) caring for adults and geriatrics with diagnoses such as cardiac, nephrology, strokes, DM, along with continuous EEG monitoring. The RN is responsible for titrating drips including Cardizem, beta-blockers, and seizure medications.

• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale).
• Education and Experience: A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience required; valid licensure required.
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Pass/fail skills exam during orientation with a required score of 90%.
  • Maintain a positive attitude, good communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Manage patient ratios of 1:4-5, with duties including titration of medications such as Cardizem, beta-blockers, and seizure drugs.
  • Participate in onboarding and 1-2 days of floor orientation.
  • No call, standby, or floating to other units is required.
  • RTO (Requested Time Off) must be specified upfront; additional RTO will not be approved.
• Additional Notes:
  • Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas.
  • The Florence policy and RN exam details are provided, including candidate eligibility based on radius rules.
  • Charting system used is EPIC.

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 reimbursement401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1330549. 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