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Registered Nurse - Stepdown

Location: Hannibal, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Stepdown Unit)
Shift: 3x12 hour night shifts
Patient Ratio: 1:3
Experience Required: 2 years (higher end of 1-2 years specified)
First-time travelers accepted: Yes
On-call: Every 3rd weekend
Float: May float within scope to med tele, med surg, and rehab units as needed
Charge Nurse: May be scheduled for charge duties if possible
Isolation Patients: Must be comfortable caring for isolation patients, including COVID-19
Clinical Skills: Experience with drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Heparin, Dobutamine)
Special Procedures/Equipment: Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, Bipap, Airvo
Local Travel Restriction: No local travelers within a 60-mile radius

Required Certifications & Licenses

Missouri RN license or compact license
ACLS (AHA only)
BLS (AHA only)

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid RN license in Missouri
Stepdown nursing experience of at least 1 year, with experience within the last year
ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience with Amiodarone drips
Experience with Dobutamine drips
Experience performing Thoracentesis
Experience performing Paracentesis
Experience with BiPAP
Experience with Airvo

Work Environment

Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Total staffed beds: 99
Charting system: EPIC
Free parking available

Notes

Block scheduling requests may be accommodated at time of submission
Religious and medical exemptions for COVID and flu vaccines are considered with required documentation
Must submit all required documentation and complete facility-specific orientation modules

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with stepdown experience seeking a travel contract in Missouri, comfortable with night shifts, charge duties, and floating across related units.

Facility

Hannibal Regional Hospital

4.0rating(21 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Hannibal Regional Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

Nurse:patient ratios are great. This SDU has the best UTL and Director I’ve worked with in quite awhile.

Cons

Finding housing is a bit tough with it being a small town.

Tracy J

Med Surg (RN)

Contract Position May '25 - Oct '25

Review of Hannibal Regional Hospital on Nov 23, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
99 beds

ADDRESS6000 Hospital DriveHannibal, MO 63401

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About Hannibal, MO

As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Hannibal, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Hannibal's cost of living is 20% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.

Weather

In summer, the average high is around 86°F and the average low is around 65°F.
In winter, the average high is around 38°F and the average low is around 19°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Hannibal, and they are relatively easy to find.
Many options are available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.

Transportation

Hannibal is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Hannibal has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues in the area include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Hannibal offers a variety of restaurants serving local cuisine, as well as options for art and music enthusiasts.
Outdoor activities such as hiking and boating are popular, and the city has a strong sports community with local teams and events.

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