Stepdown RN
Hickory, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$45-49/hourOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
RN Stepdown Neuro
Location: Hickory, North Carolina Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1
Schedule
- Shift: AM
- Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
- Weekends: every other weekend
- Call: none
- Start dates: November 16 or December 7, 2026 (travelers must start on one of these dates)
Unit Details
- Department: Step Down neuro-surgical
- Unit: NPCU 5 South
- Specialty: Neuro/stroke/neurosurgery
- Beds: 20
- Patient ratio: 5:1
- Equipment: Masimo vital sign machines
- Float: Will float in rotation
Hospital Overview
- 355 beds
- Home to a brain center, cancer center, heart center, lung center, orthopedics, general and vascular surgery, surgical weight loss, women's center, and a Level 3 NICU
- 32-bed ED, 29-bed inpatient rehab, and 15-bed surgical suite and imaging
- A separate campus houses an 81-bed adult behavioral health hospital
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- 1 year of stepdown experience, completed within the last year
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- NIHSS certification
- Experience with Cerner
Travel Eligibility
- Candidates must be 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for this travel role.
Work Environment
- Scrub color: any, no cartoons
- Unacceptable attire: flip flops, hats, vulgar clothing
- Personality fit: outgoing
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.
Cons
No cons in working with Mikayla at all.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Hickory, NC
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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