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: 10/26/2026
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary The healthcare organization is seeking a qualified Step Down Unit RN for a fast-paced acute care setting on the nights shift. This role involves providing specialized care for adult and geriatric patients with conditions including cardiac issues, nephrology, strokes, and diabetes. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment requiring critical thinking and excellent communication skills.
Job Details
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Step Down Unit
Location: Not specified, working in an acute care setting
Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), NIHSS
Education & Experience: Current licensure, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Responsibilities: Providing patient care for adults and geriatrics with diagnoses such as cardiac conditions, strokes, nephrology, and diabetes; managing titratable medication drips including Cardizem, beta-blockers, and seizure medications; collaborating with charge nurses and care staff; adhering to unit policies including fingernail restrictions and exam protocols during orientation.
Additional Information: Candidate must possess a valid drivers license for radius verification and be able to meet the specific unit criteria, including RTO restrictions and orientation requirements. Floating to medical floors, ICU, or rehab may be necessary.
Benefits
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 #1330549. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Omaha, NE
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiologyunmatched
Cerebral Vascular Accidentunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Diabetesunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Geriatricsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Intensive Careunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medicationsunmatched
Nephrologyunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Registered Training Organisation (RTO)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Titrationunmatched
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