Neurology Stepdown RN
Reno, NV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) night shift position requiring NV licensure and prior travel experience.

Details

• Work in an 18-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU/Stepdown) at a Level II Trauma Center
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with post ischemic/hemorrhagic stroke, sepsis, cardiac, and respiratory conditions requiring moderately complex assessments and interventions
• 3x12 night shift schedule with 36 guaranteed weekly hours
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to other units up to competency level based on organizational needs
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active NV RN license required prior to start
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of IMC/Stepdown experience required
• Medical/Neuro ICU experience preferred
• Experience required with vasopressors, titratable drips, art lines, neuro-stepdown patients, procedural sedation, thrombolytics, and trach management
• Must pass an ECG/Telemetry exam including rhythm strip interpretation; failure results in contract termination
• Minimum of one prior 13-week travel assignment required within the past year

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Coordinate care with other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary, patient-centered team
• Level II Trauma Center serving a 500-mile radius with high patient volume and fast-paced environment
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 major holidays (Eve + Day counts as 1 holiday)
• Required to pick up one additional shift during each 4-week schedule period
• Schedule may include weekends and holidays based on department needs
• Facility may cancel up to 48 hours per 13-week contract for low census, without penalty
• No blocked scheduling allowed; all assignments are for 13 weeks
• RTO must be submitted with the application and will not be added to the end of the contract
• Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius; local candidates are not accepted
• A 13-week break is required for returning travelers after ending a previous contract