Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN
Festus, MO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,220/week
Posted 11 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,220/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
The profession is a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in the Step Down Unit, located in a healthcare facility in Festus, Missouri. This position involves providing patient care on a cardiac step-down unit, utilizing clinical skills to evaluate and coordinate treatment plans for patients with complex medical conditions. The role emphasizes teamwork, versatility, and excellent communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Days, 3 x 12-hour shifts per week, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: Current RN license (eligible for licensure in Missouri or licensed in Missouri), BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), 1+ years of experience in a step-down unit, and all other licensing and certification requirements.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications or experience relevant to cardiac or medical-surgical nursing are preferred.
  • Float: Float rotation may be required.
  • Additional Information: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care, maintains professional accountability, evaluates the effectiveness of care, coordinates with other departments, and upholds patient rights and confidentiality. Candidates must adhere to the dress code: black scrubs.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1320408. 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: Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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