Step-Down Unit RN
Kansas City, KS
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,791/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- 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
Registered Nurse (RN) - Step Down Unit (Day Shift)
Location: Kansas City, Kansas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Job Description
- Provide nursing care for patients in an ICU step-down unit during day shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Kansas
- Minimum of 1 year of step-down unit experience, with experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Workplace Violence Prevention (DCI/BVP) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
- No specific years of RN experience stated; standard RN licensure and certifications apply.
- Onboarding requires completion and upload of all listed credentials and exams.
- Facility-specific badge photo may be requested prior to clearance.
- Some health requirements and background checks have state-specific rules and exceptions.
This position is ideal for an RN with step-down or ICU experience seeking a 13-week day shift assignment in Kansas City.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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 Kansas City, KS
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Kansas City, KS here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Kansas City, KS is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 89°F, while the average low in winter is around 20°F.
- Residents experience all four seasons, with hot summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Kansas City, KS.
- They are relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Kansas City, KS is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
- Kansas City, KS has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Kansas City, KS offers a variety of activities including a vibrant dining scene with diverse restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor recreational opportunities such as parks and hiking trails.
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