Travel Step Down Unit RN - $2,075 per week

Cross Country Nurses

Indianapolis, IN
7 days ago

$2,075 Per Week

Highlights

This role involves providing care for a diverse surgical patient population, including post-open heart surgery, heart transplant, left ventricular assist device (LVAD), leg bypass, rib resections, and pneumonectomy cases. Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, at least 1 year of experience working with surgical patients and telemetry, and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Numbers & Facts

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Stepdown
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/30/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Step Down Unit Registered Nurse (RN) position available in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role involves providing care for a diverse surgical patient population, including post-open heart surgery, heart transplant, left ventricular assist device (LVAD), leg bypass, rib resections, and pneumonectomy cases. The RN will be responsible for delivering specialized patient care in a telemetry environment, with a focus on patient monitoring and recovery.

Job Details:

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, at least 1 year of experience working with surgical patients and telemetry, and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in step down or telemetry units, and additional certifications relevant to surgical or cardiac care (e.g., ACLS, TNCC)
Additional Information: The role requires extensive experience with complex surgical patient populations, including postoperative cardiac procedures and critical care management. Candidates must be able to adapt to the fast-paced environment of a highly specialized step down unit.

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

Posted Date: 2026-07-29

Cross Country Job ID #1267487. 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