Travel Step-Down Registered Nurse - $2,856 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step-Down/Telemetry position requiring Epic proficiency and stable chronic ventilator experience, with a 4x12-hour day shift schedule.

Details

• Step-down unit within a hospital setting
• Cardiac telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC, MS/Tele, and neuro step-down patient population
• Target patient ratio of 1:4, with potential for ratios up to 1:5-6
• Cares for patients requiring stable chronic ventilator management, cardiac drip monitoring, vasoactive drip monitoring, and complex respiratory support
• Day shift, 4x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:30), 36 or 48 hours per week
• Epic EMR experience required
• Required to work every other weekend and every other holiday
• Travelers are first to float at the facility's discretion, within medically appropriate specialty clusters; floating may include the main campus (Dayton), south campus (Centerville, <10 miles), and north campus (Englewood, <15 miles)

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or compact RN license in good standing; no past license disciplinary action accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS required
• Minimum 1.5–2 years of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with stable chronic ventilators required
• Must pass an online EKG/telemetry competency assessment prior to starting
• Level I or Level II trauma experience preferred
• IV start/IV therapy experience preferred; phlebotomy preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Travel experience preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry monitoring, cardiac and vasoactive drip management (non-titrating), respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy care, ABG interpretation), central/PICC/peripheral line management, wound care, isolation precautions, and renal/hemodialysis support
• Previous charge nurse experience is preferred
• Up to 24 hours of paid orientation modules are included
• Any former permanent or PRN employee of Premier Health Partners, or any prior agency traveler not extended due to tenure, must wait 6 months before being considered; prior employment must be disclosed upfront and facility rehire approval is required before an offer can proceed
• RTO must be requested at the time of initial application; no RTO will be added after an offer is made, and approval is at the manager's discretion; maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-732917. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.