Travel Pediatric Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/05/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Stepdown RN for a night shift assignment requiring an IL RN license in hand, PICU-level experience, and expertise with vent, trach, and G-tube patients.

• Inpatient pediatric stepdown unit with 39 beds covering all specialties
• Patients range from 2 weeks to 18 years old, with 50-60% requiring technology dependence
• Acute care unit for patients with chronic illness including tracheostomies and chronic ventilator dependence
• No drips, surgical, or transitional patients on this unit
• Patient ratio of 1:3-4
• Night shift, 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within scope to meet facility needs
• Open to block scheduling accommodations
• Uses Meditech charting system

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration (compact licenses not accepted)
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior experience with 1:4 patient ratios required
• Experience with ventilator, tracheostomy, and gastric tube (G-tube) care required
• Meditech charting system experience required
• PICU experience preferred
• Flu vaccine required, with medical and religious exemptions accepted

• Provide care for pediatric patients with tracheostomies and chronic ventilator needs
• Perform tracheostomy care and management of gastric tubes
• Scrubs of any color accepted as long as neat and clean, peds-themed attire encouraged
• Free parking available in shared lots at the public park where the facility is located
• RTO must be approved and included in the contract prior to start date, with no additions allowed after the contract begins
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Previous staff members of this facility or its affiliated clinics are not eligible for consideration
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Candidates with pending IL RN licenses may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-749049. 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
- Pediatric 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.