Step-Down RN (IMCU)
Atlanta, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step Down (IMCU) position at a high-acuity Level 1 trauma center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and a background in high-volume hospital environments.

Details

• Position is in a 16-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) on the 5J-Intermediate unit
• Patient population includes sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergency, respiratory failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, substance abuse, and encephalopathy
• Experience managing heparin drips is required for this unit
• Patient ratio is 1:4
• Night shift, 12 hours per shift, 4 shifts per week
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• Block scheduling is generally not approved

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA state or compact license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Experience in high-acuity, high-volume hospital environments is required — candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals will not be considered
• Demonstrated ability to manage critical, fast-paced clinical situations

Additional Information

• This is a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center known for complex and challenging cases across a diverse patient population
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• References are not required for consideration