Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Bloomington, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Stepdown
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/21/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The organization is seeking a Step Down Unit registered nurse in the healthcare industry. This role involves providing care for patients with a variety of medical conditions, utilizing advanced equipment, and working within a fast-paced inpatient acute floor environment.
Job Details:
Position Description: Care for patients with conditions such as COPD, CHF, Diabetes, sepsis, renal issues, DKA, alcohol withdrawal, overdoses, pneumonia, neuro/surgical/cardiac conditions, and more. Utilize equipment like EMR systems (EPIC) and medication dispensing systems (Pyxis).
Required Qualifications: Certifications: ACLS (American Heart Association), BLS (American Heart Association), NIHSS; Education: Relevant nursing degree; Location: Willing to work at the healthcare provider's facility; Experience: Minimum of 2 years.
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Will work three rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Additional Information: First-day orientation with education team and a day of floor orientation. May float to different units based on experience, including ICU or general medical floors. The unit contains 32 beds with all private rooms, and the nurse-to-patient ratio is 3-4 patients per nurse. Dress code is scrubs of any color.
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 #1309240. 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.