Step Down Unit RN
Chattanooga, TN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,965/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Step Down Unit Nurse Specialist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This position involves providing specialized patient care on a step-down unit within a healthcare facility. The role requires coordination with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a dynamic environment.
Job Details
- Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification; up to 1 year of relevant experience; ability to work in Chattanooga, TN.
- Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac knowledge preferred; experience with telemetry and cardiac medication management including Heparin, Cardizem, Dopamine, and Amiodarone drips.
- Additional Information: Responsibilities include documentation of telemetry application and rhythm strips, acknowledging patient rhythms each shift, patient bedside rounding, hourly rounding with 5 Ps, and collaborating with PCTs. The unit emphasizes shared governance and has charge nurses with significant seniority. Dress code dictates navy scrubs for RNs and color-coded uniforms for CNAs/PCTs. Floating to other medical-surgical areas such as general medical-surgical, orthopedic, PCU, or surgical with oncology may be required based on skill needs.
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
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free 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 Chattanooga, TN
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.
- Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.
- Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
- The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.
- Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.
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