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Mission Hospital

Registered Nurse - NICU

Houston, TX

Details Client Name Womans Hospital of Texas Job Type Permanent Offering Nursing Profession Registered Nurse Specialty NICU Job ID 17751680 Job Title Registered Nurse - NICU Shift Details Shift 8 hr ...

Colorwave Inc

PACU RN

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Pacu Rn Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Sugar Land, TX area for the following position: Pacu Rn. Nurses with experience in any of the following ...

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Fusion Medical Staffing

Travel ICU RN

Kingwood, TX · On-site

$1.3K - $1.4K/wk

Travel ICU RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Kingwood, Texas Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Kingwood, Texas. As a ...

Fusion Medical Staffing

Travel ICU RN

Kingwood, TX · On-site

$1.3K - $1.4K/wk

Travel ICU RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Kingwood, Texas Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Kingwood, Texas. As a ...

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How much do step down unit rn jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for step down unit rn in Houston, TX is $69,141.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,900.00 and $66,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Step Down Unit RNs?

Step Down Unit RNs are registered nurses who care for patients who require more attention than those on a general medical-surgical floor but are not critical enough for the intensive care unit (ICU). They monitor patients closely, administer medications, and respond quickly to changes in condition. Step Down Unit RNs often work with patients recovering from surgery, cardiac events, or severe illnesses, providing advanced monitoring and support to help them transition to lower levels of care.

What is the difference between Step Down Unit Rn vs Medical-Surgical Nurse?

AspectStep Down Unit RnMedical-Surgical Nurse
CredentialsRN license, possibly CCRN or specialty certificationsRN license, often same certifications
Work EnvironmentIntermediate care units, closer patient monitoringGeneral hospital floors, broader patient care
Patient AcuityHigher acuity, more complex casesModerate acuity, routine cases
Job FocusMonitoring critical signs, managing unstable patientsProviding basic nursing care, patient education

The main difference between a Step Down Unit Rn and a Medical-Surgical Nurse lies in patient acuity and care complexity. Step Down Unit Rns handle higher acuity patients requiring closer monitoring, while Medical-Surgical Nurses care for patients with moderate needs. Both roles require an RN license and similar certifications, but the work environment and patient care focus differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Step Down Unit RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Step Down Unit RN, you need strong clinical assessment skills, acute care experience, and an active RN license, often with ACLS certification. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring, electronic health records (EHRs), and advanced life support protocols is essential. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and resilience help you manage complex patient needs and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Step Down Unit RNs, and how can they be addressed?

Step Down Unit RNs often manage patients who are too ill for general medical-surgical floors but do not require intensive care, which means rapidly changing patient conditions can present significant challenges. Balancing a higher patient-to-nurse ratio than in the ICU while still providing vigilant monitoring requires strong organizational and prioritization skills. Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams and quick decision-making are essential to ensure patient safety. Many RNs find that actively seeking mentorship, participating in continuing education, and using available support resources can help manage these challenges and support professional growth.
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Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,645 per week in Houston, TX

Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,645 per week in Houston, TX

TravelNurseSource

Houston, TX

$1.6K/wk

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Houston, TX Agency: Advantis Medical Staffing Pay: $1,645 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 7/6/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Advantis Medical Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Houston, Texas, 77001!
Advantis Medical, the #1 rated travel nurse agency, is currently seeking an experienced Trauma ICU RN Registered Nurse (RN) for an exciting new travel job in Houston, TX 77339. This rewarding travel job offers a contract duration of 13 weeks and a Night shift. With us, you'll enjoy a superior pay and benefits package starting on day 1, along with our personalized service where we set the gold standard in clinician care. As a Joint-Commission-certified agency, we promise a seamless and stress-free experience. As a Trauma ICU RN travel nurse, you will provide compassionate and high-quality care to patients ensuring their well-being and recovery.
Job Details
Facility: HCA Houston - Kingwood
Location: Houston, TX 77339
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Qualifications
• 2 years of Trauma ICU RN staff experience or equivalent
• BSN Degree or Associate of Science in Nursing
• Current nursing license
• A valid State Issued Driver's License or State ID
If you are an experienced Trauma ICU RN Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for providing exceptional patient care, just let us know you’re interested. We'll get you started on your next travel nurse adventure in Houston, TX 77339.

About Advantis Medical Staffing

Advantis Medical is ranked #1 by travel clinicians because of our relentless focus on matching our travel clinicians with their next dream assignment. We accomplish this by making significant investments in technology and pair that with personalized concierge-level service from our expert recruiters. You can choose to work with one of our dedicated recruiters and receive white glove service while they do all the work for you, or you can take control of the search yourself and apply directly to one of our thousands of jobs. Either way, we take the stress and hassle out of finding your next dream travel assignment.


Everyone on the Advantis Medical team cares passionately about connecting nurses to their dream travel assignments. But, most of all, they care about their nurse family, and they care about each other. Our commitment to continuous growth since 2018 has earned us a spot on the Inc 5000 list, and the #3 spot on the SMU Dallas 100 List. It's thanks to our amazing team that Advantis Medical has also been recognized as a USA Top Workplace in Healthcare, Regional Top Workplace, and ranked #2 for Nurse Satisfaction. 

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