- Specialty
- PCU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/02/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Step Down Unit Nurse in an acute care setting. This role involves providing specialized nursing care for patients requiring close monitoring and treatment on a step-down or telemetry unit. The position supports delivering safe, quality care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams within an inpatient environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Responsible for delivering nursing care to patients in a step-down unit, including drip titrations for experienced clinicians and supporting procedures as required. Utilizes equipment such as Philips defibrillators, bedside monitors, and electronic medical records system.
- Required Qualifications: Indiana RN or compact license, 1+ year of step-down or med/telemetry experience, BLS through AHA, ACLS certification, strong clinical skills in cardiac care.
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: Requires attendance at Jumpstart program and EPIC training with 1-2 days orientation on the unit. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 3-5:1 depending on the day.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1334850. 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: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus