Travel Step Down Unit RN - $3,025 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a travel RN for a Stepdown unit assignment. The role involves caring for adult and geriatric patients with cardiac, nephrology, stroke, and diabetes conditions, including EEG monitoring, on a 12-hour night shift schedule.

This travel position requires a valid RN license, BLS/ACLS/NIHSS, and a minimum of 2 years of experience. Onboarding includes orientation and potential float to related units as needed.

Qualifications

• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications required.
• Valid RN licensure required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience.
• Float rotations may be required to medical floors, ICU, or rehabilitation units.
• 12-hour night shifts; 48 hours per week; 1830–0700 schedule.
• Travel assignment; 13-week duration; 50-mile radius rule.

Responsibilities

• Provide stepdown unit care for adult and geriatric patients.
• Titrate cardiac, nephrology, stroke, and DM meds; monitor EEG.
• Collaborate with RNs and care team to ensure safety and protocols.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and adjust care plans as needed.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NIHSS Certification

RN Experience 2+ years

Teamwork

Communication skills

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: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Step Down Unit RN in a fast-paced, adult and geriatric care environment. This position involves providing specialized care to patients with diagnoses such as cardiac issues, nephrology, strokes, and diabetes, with continuous EEG monitoring. The nurse will be responsible for patient assessment and implementing care protocols in a unit that emphasizes critical thinking, good communication, and teamwork.

Job Details:

• Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) required.
• Licensure: Valid license to submit is required.
• Location Requirements: Radius rule of 50 miles; candidates may not be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with the organizations network, including affiliated organizations.
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, shifts from 1830-0700, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications include BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; minimum of 2 years of experience; valid licensure.
• Additional Information: Nurse aids/patient care techs are present on the unit, with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5. The unit provides care for adults and geriatrics with common diagnoses including cardiac, nephrology, strokes, and DM. The position requires titration of various drips, including Cardizem, betablockers, and seizure medications.
• Float: Float rotation may be required to medical floors, ICU, or rehabilitation units.
• Orientation: Initial onboarding week plus 1-2 days of floor orientation.
• Attributes for success: A positive attitude, team-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
• Additional Notes: Candidates must have a valid drivers license, and RTO requests must be submitted upfront (7 days or fewer within a 13-week contract). No additional RTO will be approved.

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 #1314345. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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