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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Stepdown RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Duration: 16 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, rotating * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse ...

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Trustaff

Travel Stepdown RN

Burlington, MA · On-site

Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/28/2026 * Duration: 13 ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel Stepdown RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Duration: 16 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Stability Healthcare is looking for a Tele Step-Down RN contract position in ...

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Aequor Healthcare

Travel Stepdown RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/21/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel **All positions require at least two proven years experience*

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Lucid Staffing Solutions

Travel Stepdown RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$2.7K/wk

Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Duration: 16 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, rotating * Employment Type: Travel Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in PCU/IMC/Stepdown ...

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GLC On-The-Go

Travel Stepdown RN

Boston, MA · On-site

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/21/2026 * Duration: 13 ...

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How much do stepdown rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for stepdown rn in Massachusetts is $56.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.43 and $69.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Stepdown RN?

A Stepdown RN cares for patients who are transitioning from the ICU to a general medical-surgical unit. They monitor vital signs, manage IV drips, and provide intermediate-level care for patients who still require close observation. These nurses work in progressive care or telemetry units and handle a higher patient acuity than typical med-surg nurses. Strong critical thinking and quick decision-making skills are essential in this role.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Stepdown RN?

A Stepdown RN is responsible for closely monitoring patients who are stable enough to leave intensive care but still require frequent assessments and intervention. Daily tasks include performing vital sign checks, interpreting cardiac telemetry, administering medications, coordinating with doctors and other nurses, and educating patients and families about care plans. The role often involves handling rapidly changing situations, so adaptability and quick critical thinking are important. Stepdown RNs work closely with interdisciplinary teams and play a vital part in ensuring patients’ smooth transition to general care or discharge.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Stepdown RN?

To thrive as a Stepdown RN, you need strong critical care nursing skills, experience with patient assessment, and a valid RN license—often with certifications like ACLS. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring systems, intravenous therapy, and electronic health records is essential for success in this role. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are key soft skills. These skills enable Stepdown RNs to provide safe, effective care for patients transitioning from intensive care while collaborating efficiently with multidisciplinary teams.

Do stepdown RNs get paid more?

Stepdown RNs typically earn higher salaries than staff RNs due to the increased complexity of patient care and the need for specialized skills. Their compensation can also be influenced by experience, certifications, and the healthcare facility's location and policies.

What does a stepdown RN do?

A stepdown RN is a registered nurse who provides care to patients transitioning from intensive care to less acute settings. They monitor vital signs, administer medications, and assess patient progress using medical equipment, often working in specialized units with a focus on patient stabilization and recovery. Strong assessment skills and knowledge of critical care are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Stepdown Rn job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,539 per year, or $56 per hour.

Travel Stepdown RN

TNAA TotalMed RN

Boston, MA • On-site

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Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, rotating
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Boston, MA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you will care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment, but aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. Progressive Care Unit RNs will utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detecting any changes and thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Close observation is necessary as many PCU patients receive a significant amount of complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide basic bedside care; stabilize critical cardiac patients.
  • Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
  • Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
  • Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interpret and record electronic displays.
  • Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.
PCU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Progressive Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 3 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TNAA TotalMed RN Job ID #1493874. 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: Progressive Care Unit - PCU RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
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About Travel Nurse Across America

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Travel Nurse Across America (TNAA) is a leading healthcare staffing firm headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. Their primary focus lies within the healthcare industry, specializing in providing travel nurses for medical facilities across the country. Founded in 1999, TNAA has thrived over the years by maintaining an unwavering dedication to quality service, reliability, and personalized care for both the clients and the teams they contract. Their mission is driven by their commitment to improve the lives of the patients they serve by ensuring they're provided with the most highly skilled, caring, and dedicated healthcare professionals.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services and health care and social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

North Little Rock, AR, US

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