Travel Step Down RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown RN for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring CA licensure, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and prior travel experience.

• Step down unit setting within a hospital environment
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week cycle
• At least one holiday required, including the holiday weekend
• May be required to float down or across the organization (5 hospitals) to like or lower acuity units, excluding the ED
• 1:3 patient ratio
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA)
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required, no pending certifications accepted
• 2+ years of experience in stepdown or ICU specifically, with experience within the last year
• 1.5 years of continuous experience in specialty required, with no breaks between units unless floating
• Community hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Travel experience required, including 1 year total travel experience and 6+ months of continuous travel experience leading up to submission
• No gaps in travel experience for the last 6 months, except for minimal pre-approved vacations or up to 2-3 weeks between assignments for onboarding/relocation
• Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience required within the last 6 months
• 1 supervisory level reference required
• Experience with neurological/psychiatric, respiratory, cardiovascular, and IV therapy skills preferred

• Care for stepdown patients with neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and renal conditions
• Must reside outside a 100-mile radius from the facility, except for LVNs/LPNs
• Candidates on assignment in San Diego for 9+ months are considered local and not eligible
• Holiday coverage required, including the holiday weekend
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Returning staff or travelers must wait 1 year before reapplying after leaving
• Maximum 7 days RTO allowed, with no additional requests after submission
• Interview availability required, including specific days/times and time zone

American Traveler Job  #P-768063. 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.