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Travel Rn Stepdown Job Type: Travel Profession: RN Specialty: Stepdown Shift Details: Shift Variable Shifts: 36 Hours Job Order Details: Start Date 06/29/2026 End Date 09/19/2026 Duration 12 Week(s ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Stepdown Rn position, and why are they important?

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.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Stepdown RN on a day-to-day basis?

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 is a Stepdown RN job?

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.

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Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse - $1,737 per week

Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse - $1,737 per week

Medical Solutions

Altoona, PA

$1K/wk

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Medical Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

We’re seeking talented healthcare professionals whose adventure game is as strong as their clinical game. Those that want flexibility and high pay, we have the positions for you!

Some of the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Medical Solutions travel nurses and travel allied healthcare professionals include:

  • Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums
  • Day One 401(k) with Company Contribution
  • Personalized Compensation Packages
  • Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing
  • Dedicated Recruiter and 24/7 Customer Care Line
  • Per Diem Allowance and Paid Travel
  • Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
  • Free Liability Coverage
  • Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Pet Insurance
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • And More!

Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours, distance being traveled, and customizations available for travelers.

A hospital in PA is looking for an experienced Stepdown RN for a 13 week travel assignment. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of recent Stepdown experience, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS and compact or PA license. For more information, reach out to Medical Solutions at .

Medical Solutions Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Stepdown

About Medical Solutions

At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Company provided housing options
  • Cancelation protection
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program

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