Travel Step Down RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Stepdown/PCU position requiring at least 1 year of stepdown or telemetry experience and OH or compact RN licensure.

• Work in a Stepdown/PCU/IMC unit at an academic teaching hospital
• Patient population includes MS/Tele, respiratory, and cardiac monitoring cases
• 36 hours per week on night shift (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Primarily weekday schedule with occasional weekends and rotating holidays
• Float required within the OSU hospital system
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of stepdown/PCU experience required (4 years required if MS/Tele background only)
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and PICC line management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and non-invasive airway management
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager or director-level leader and the second from a charge RN or above; no coworker references accepted

• Provide direct patient care in a stepdown/PCU setting including cardiac monitoring and emergency response
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees are eligible to return as travelers after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for travel assignment
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to urgent credentialing timelines

American Traveler Job  #P-749158. 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.