Travel Step Down Unit RN - $2,415 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Castro Valley, CA
$2,415/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- PCU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 09/21/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Castro Valley, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse is needed in a hospital setting. The role involves providing specialized care for neonatal patients, ensuring their safety and well-being. The position requires a dedicated healthcare professional capable of handling a dynamic and sensitive environment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), 2 years of experience in specialized neonatal or pediatric units, familiarity with electronic charting systems, and experience working with community hospital settings
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neonatal or pediatric intensive care units, additional certifications related to neonatal care, and travel experience in healthcare settings
- Additional Information: The role involves working on a 30-bed unit with a mix of adult neuro patients including stroke and other neuro-related diagnoses. Interdisciplinary support includes IV teams, respiratory services, and social services. The patient population includes adults and geriatrics, with daily census around 29 patients. Responsibilities include managing various specialized procedures and equipment, such as port access, ventilators, and wound care.
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 #1303952. 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: 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