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Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,514 per week

First Connect Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • $2,514 Per Week
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Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 6 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

RN – Cardiac Stepdown / Stepdown Float

 

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Cardiac/Stepdown Float team in an acute-care setting. This position is ideal for a clinically strong RN with Stepdown or Progressive Care experience who is comfortable caring for higher-acuity cardiac patients and adapting to different unit needs.

 

Position Details

  • Department: Nursing
  • Unit: Cardiac/Stepdown Float
  • Unit Type: Stepdown
  • Care Setting: Acute Care
  • Shift: Nights
  • Shift Time:7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Shift Length: 12 hours
  • Guaranteed Hours:48 hours/week
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
  • Orientation: 12 hours

Requirements

  • Minimum Experience: 2 years
  • BSN: Not required
  • License: Active RN license; license accepted for submission
  • BLS – AHA: Required
  • ACLS – AHA: Required
  • Previous Stepdown, PCU, Cardiac Stepdown, or comparable acute-care experience preferred
  • Strong assessment, prioritization, and clinical judgment skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to acute Stepdown and cardiac patients.
  • Monitor patients closely for changes in cardiac and clinical status.
  • Perform assessments, administer medications, and implement individualized care plans.
  • Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
  • Adapt to varying patient assignments and unit needs as part of the Stepdown Float team.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Stepdown/Cardiac RN with at least 2 years of acute-care experience who is comfortable working night shifts, caring for higher-acuity patients, and supporting multiple Stepdown environments as part of a float team.

 

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationLittle Rock, AR

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Cardiologyunmatched
  • Clinical Competencyunmatched
  • Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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