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:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Stepdown/Neuro Intermediate Care unit requiring 2 years of experience, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certification, and Epic proficiency.

• 12-bed Step-down unit utilizing critical care and neuroscience principles at the intermediate level
• Patient population includes neuro trauma, subarachnoid/intraventricular/intracerebral hemorrhage, post-tumor resection ENT patients, and post-operative spine patients
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• 13-week assignment with scheduling options of 36 or 48 hours per week depending on position
• Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation required, including 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Must adhere to facility float policy within scope of practice
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active VA state RN license or compact license (pending license accepted)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Stepdown/Neuro IMC experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• BSN preferred
• Experience with neurological conditions including aneurysms, craniotomy, CVA, intracranial bleeds, and TBI preferred
• Experience with lumbar drains and EVD management preferred
• Experience with arterial line management, BiPAP/CPAP, and insulin drip titration preferred

• Provide intermediate-level critical care and neuroscience nursing care to a complex neuro patient population
• Manage post-surgical spine and plastics/reconstruction patients alongside primary neuro caseload
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO approved per 13-week contract
• Candidates with prior UVA Health employment as permanent staff or travelers must disclose this; a 1-year separation and leadership approval is required for rehire eligibility
• External travelers cannot 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-771008. 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.