Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,298 per week in Turnersville, NJ

Clinical Skills: Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in telemetry monitoring, cardiac drip management and titration, ventilator care, central line and PICC line management, blood product administration, BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, interpretation of dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases, pre/post cardiac catheterization care, post-TPA care, chest tube management, tracheostomy care, wound care including wound vacs, and management of complex medical conditions including CVA, renal failure, traumatic brain injury, and intracranial bleeds. With comprehensive orientation, manageable patient ratios, and access to robust clinical resources, this role provides both professional challenge and support for experienced travel nurses looking to make a meaningful impact.

Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit / Step-Down Registered Nurse – New Jersey

Start Date: October 5, 2026

Location: Southern New Jersey

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts with every other weekend required (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). One holiday per contract required. No on-call required.

Highlights:

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Step-Down) position caring for adult and geriatric patient populations
• 4:1 patient ratio on night shift with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and physical therapy
• Epic charting system in a modern acute care environment
• 24 hours of orientation provided to ensure successful onboarding
• Floating required to like units only – will not float outside scope of practice
• Travel nursing experience preferred with 13-week assignment

Requirements:

• Active New Jersey RN license or compact license required at time of submission
• Minimum 1 year of recent PCU/DOU/IMC/Step-Down experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Must complete clinical competency assessment and compliance requirements including background screening and labs

Clinical Skills:

Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in telemetry monitoring, cardiac drip management and titration, ventilator care, central line and PICC line management, blood product administration, BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, interpretation of dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases, pre/post cardiac catheterization care, post-TPA care, chest tube management, tracheostomy care, wound care including wound vacs, and management of complex medical conditions including CVA, renal failure, traumatic brain injury, and intracranial bleeds.

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This Progressive Care Unit position offers the ideal balance of critical thinking and patient-centered care in a collaborative environment. You'll work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent outcomes for a diverse adult and geriatric patient population. With comprehensive orientation, manageable patient ratios, and access to robust clinical resources, this role provides both professional challenge and support for experienced travel nurses looking to make a meaningful impact.