Travel Contract

Stepdown RN
Waco, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,915/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date11/29/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care510 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,915/week

Description

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 29, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN - Stepdown for a Progressive Care Unit role requiring telemetry monitoring skills and cardiovascular/respiratory critical care experience.

Details

  • Work in a 30-bed stepdown unit within the Progressive Care Unit
  • Floats between critical care service lines as needed
  • Patient population includes HFNC, BIPAP, stable gtt management, post-op CABG/AVR/MVR (POD#1), CV and vascular surgery patients, AAA repair, lobectomy, and CEA
  • Cares for patients with NSTEMI, STEMI, ACS, pacers, sepsis, GIB, post DKA, respiratory failure, and tracheostomies
  • Night shift schedule from 18:45 to 07:15
  • 13-week assignment length

Requirements

  • Active TX or compact RN license required
  • Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
  • Current BLS certification (AHA) required
  • Current ACLS certification (AHA) required
  • CV and vascular experience required
  • Stepdown or progressive care unit experience required
  • Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start

Additional Information

  • Provide advanced stepdown-level nursing care to patients transitioning from critical care
  • Support includes managing complex cardiovascular, respiratory, and post-surgical cases
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Local candidates accepted, subject to a radius rule that may affect pay rate
  • COVID vaccination is not required
American Traveler Job ID #P-783529. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

Facility

Ascension Providence Hospital

3.9rating(43 reviews)
Anonymous
Anonymous
Labor and Delivery (RN)
Contract Position
5.0rating
Review of Ascension Providence Hospital on Nov 8, 2025
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Ascension Providence Hospital
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 510 beds
ADDRESS6901 Medical ParkwayWaco, TX 76712
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(132 reviews)

86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

Anonymous
Anonymous
Vascular Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating

Pros

Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.

Cons

None

Review of American Traveler on Nov 3, 2026
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About

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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Travel jobs$1,143–4,721/week
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About Waco, TX

As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Waco, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match the cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs of 95°F and lows of 73°F.
  • Winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 36°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities and universities.
Transportation
  • Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
  • Growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
  • Vibrant art and music scene with local galleries and live music venues.
  • Opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports.
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