Step Down Unit RN
Knoxville, TN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,925/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The healthcare professional specializing in the Step Down Unit in Knoxville, Tennessee, will provide comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced environment. This role involves working on nights shifts to support patient recovery and safety, with responsibilities aligned to clinical standards and protocols over a scheduled duration starting from September 7, 2026.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) licensure, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and at least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting. Certification modules for ACLS must be completed.
- Specialty: Step Down Unit
- Experience: 1 year minimum experience in a relevant clinical environment.
- Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift.
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours.
- Start Date: 09/07/2026
- Location: 10820 PARKSIDE DR, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37934, United States.
- Additional Information: This position is for a contract replacement requiring candidates to be more than 50 miles from the facility, with a permanent home address and SS number submitted. No floating or block scheduling expected; scrub attire is royal blue. EMR system used is CERNER.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Free unlimited CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Knoxville, TN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 87°F and lows of 66°F.
- Average winter highs of 48°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with easily navigable roads.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- Knoxville has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, strong sports culture with tailgating for University of Tennessee Vols, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and rafting.
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