Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 20 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Step Down Units in Omaha, Nebraska. This position involves providing care to adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses, including cardiac, nephrology, stroke, and diabetes. The role requires critical thinking and effective communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), NIHSS certifications; 2 years of clinical experience; Nebraska state RN license required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations, critical care experience, strong communication skills, positive attitude, ability to problem solve.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to medical floors, ICU, or rehab units.
- Additional Information:
- Department: Step Down Unit, with patient ratios of 1:4-5.
- Common diagnoses include cardiac conditions, strokes, nephrology, and diabetes.
- Nurses are required to titrate drips such as Cardizem, beta blockers, and seizure medications.
- Each shift has a Charge Nurse who may also take an assignment.
- Orientation includes one week of onboarding plus 1-2 days on the floor.
- RTO (Requested Time Off) must be provided upfront within 7 days of a 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved.
- The unit is fast paced, emphasizing attributes such as a positive attitude, communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
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 #1288613. 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