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
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Stepdown unit position requiring VA or compact RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification, and 2 years of relevant experience.

• 12-bed Stepdown unit utilizing critical care and neuroscience principles at the intermediate level
• Patient population includes neuro trauma, subarachnoid/intraventricular/intracerebral hemorrhage, ENT tumor resection with flap reconstruction, post-operative spine, and general neurological cases
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00-19:00)
• Schedule includes 36 or 48 hours every other week
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required, including 2 of 3 winter holidays
• Must float within scope of practice per facility float policy
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active VA or compact RN license (pending accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start)
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent relevant experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• BSN preferred
• Clinical skills should include management of neurological/psychiatric conditions, craniotomy, CVA, intracranial bleeds, lumbar drains, TBI, spinal cord injury, and related neuro stepdown care
• Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, PICC/peripheral line care, and blood product administration preferred
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care preferred
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and non-titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips required
• Two professional references required for consideration

• Provide intermediate-level critical care and neuroscience-focused nursing care to stepdown patients
• Maximum of 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract, must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Any planned vacation between sign date and start date must be disclosed to allow for appropriate start date planning
• Previous UVA Health employment as permanent staff or traveler requires 1-year separation and leadership approval
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days with UVA Health
• No radius or local candidate restriction applies to this unit
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-765358. 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

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.