American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- 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: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an ED position at a Level 1 trauma, stroke, and burn center requiring at least 1 year of Tele, Stepdown, or ED experience.
Details
- Emergency Department setting within a 68-bed unit
- Level 1 trauma, stroke, and burn center with high patient volume (200+ patients/day preferred)
- Patient ratios typically 4:1, subject to change during surge conditions
- Day shift schedule, 07:00-19:30
- Weekend hours required as needed by facility
- No on-call requirements
- No floating requirements
- Uses EPIC EMR
Requirements
- Active RN license eligible for Missouri licensure or currently licensed in Missouri
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification from AHA required
- TNCC and NIHSS certification required (may start without NIHSS if obtained prior to start)
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Tele, Stepdown, or ED (Level 3, Level 4, or critical access)
- Trauma or high-acuity experience preferred
- Black scrub color required; jeans and unprofessional attire not accepted
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups
- Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize care and comfort
- Maintain patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with facility standards
- Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1; declinations not accepted
- RTO must be made up during the assignment and cannot be requested during the first week
- Only 1 holiday RTO request allowed per assignment
- Physical demands include standing, walking, pushing/pulling patients, and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are considered local and subject to a reduced bill rate
- Local candidates limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before requiring a 1-year break or transfer to a facility outside the radius
American Traveler Job ID #P-753728. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.