Travel Step Down RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown unit position requiring telemetry skills and a 1:3 patient ratio.

• Step down (PCU/DOU/IMC) unit setting with cardiac telemetry patients
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• Can offer 36 or 48 hours per week; block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
• Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation required, including 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Floating required within scope of practice per facility policy
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active VA state RN license or compact license (pending license accepted if in-hand by the Wednesday before start)
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum 1 year of recent Stepdown/telemetry nursing experience
• Epic charting experience required
• BSN preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, and IV therapy
• Experience with central/arterial lines, blood product administration, and respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, tracheostomy care) preferred
• Experience with insulin drip titration, wound care, and rapid response/code team participation preferred

• Provide direct care to stepdown-level cardiac, renal, respiratory, and neurological patients requiring close monitoring
• Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration, PCA, and procedural sedation monitoring
• Support rapid response and code team activations as needed
• Up to 16 non-billable orientation hours for specialty-specific modules completed during onboarding, tracked in Workday
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO allowed per 13-week contract, all of which must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Any planned vacation between sign date and start date must be disclosed to coordinate an appropriate start date
• Previous UVA permanent staff or traveler employment requires at least 1 year separation and leadership approval
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this threshold is reached
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-766388. 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:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Stepdown

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.