Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job
Keene, NH
Contracted
Cheshire, Medical Center
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Registered Nurse in the Stepdown specialty, joining a dedicated care team in Keene, New Hampshire, with a start date of January 19, 2026. This multi-week opportunity is designed for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where careful patient transitions and collaborative care lead to meaningful outcomes. In this role, you’ll apply your keen clinical judgment to monitor, stabilize, and support patients as they move from acute care toward accelerated recovery, ensuring safety, comfort, and clear communication with families and the broader care team. If you’re passionate about stepping up to advanced nursing practice, mentoring peers, and shaping successful patient trajectories, this is your moment to shine. And beyond the work itself, imagine exploring New Hampshire’s rich landscapes—from vibrant small towns to charming rural communities—where outdoor adventures and seasonal scenery offer a welcome balance to demanding shifts.
Keene offers a blend of community warmth and access to the natural beauty that defines New Hampshire. Working here means enjoying a town with a lively arts scene, historic streets, and restaurants that celebrate regional flavors. For those excited by the idea of cross-country experiences, this program also provides opportunities to work in locations across the United States, broadening your professional horizons while maintaining the support and structure you want in a travel assignment. The chance to rotate through diverse units and facilities translates into enhanced clinical capabilities, expanded professional networks, and a refreshed sense of purpose as you deliver exceptional patient care in a range of settings.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities include comprehensive assessment and ongoing monitoring of stepdown patients, implementing and adjusting care plans, managing IV therapies and wound care, coordinating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safe patient transitions with clear documentation and family communication.
- You’ll have opportunities for formal professional growth within the stepdown specialty, with exposure to a variety of patient populations, shifts in acuity, and the chance to refine critical thinking and leadership skills in a collaborative environment.
- Competitive compensation is complemented by a sign-on bonus, housing assistance to ease travel logistics, and the potential for contract extensions based on performance and staffing needs.
- A robust support system is in place, including 24/7 assistance as you travel with the company, access to credentialing and onboarding support, and a dedicated clinical liaison to help address questions or needs on the road.
- Weekly pay ranges from $1,986 to $2,173, with flexible scheduling designed to maximize both patient care and personal time. Please note: the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Company values:
Our partner organization is committed to empowering its nursing staff through ongoing education, mentorship, and a culture that prioritizes both patient outcomes and your career trajectory. Expect a supportive work environment that encourages initiative, recognizes expertise, and invests in your professional advancement, so you can grow from completion of this assignment into future opportunities with confidence and clarity.
Call to action:
If you’re ready to impact lives, expand your clinical acumen, and thrive within a nationally supported travel nursing program, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your specialized skills and your development as a nurse, with a pathway to broader experiences, stronger networks, and renewed professional purpose. Embrace the challenge, enjoy the journey, and help shape the future of stepdown care.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Keene offers a blend of community warmth and access to the natural beauty that defines New Hampshire. Working here means enjoying a town with a lively arts scene, historic streets, and restaurants that celebrate regional flavors. For those excited by the idea of cross-country experiences, this program also provides opportunities to work in locations across the United States, broadening your professional horizons while maintaining the support and structure you want in a travel assignment. The chance to rotate through diverse units and facilities translates into enhanced clinical capabilities, expanded professional networks, and a refreshed sense of purpose as you deliver exceptional patient care in a range of settings.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities include comprehensive assessment and ongoing monitoring of stepdown patients, implementing and adjusting care plans, managing IV therapies and wound care, coordinating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safe patient transitions with clear documentation and family communication.
- You’ll have opportunities for formal professional growth within the stepdown specialty, with exposure to a variety of patient populations, shifts in acuity, and the chance to refine critical thinking and leadership skills in a collaborative environment.
- Competitive compensation is complemented by a sign-on bonus, housing assistance to ease travel logistics, and the potential for contract extensions based on performance and staffing needs.
- A robust support system is in place, including 24/7 assistance as you travel with the company, access to credentialing and onboarding support, and a dedicated clinical liaison to help address questions or needs on the road.
- Weekly pay ranges from $1,986 to $2,173, with flexible scheduling designed to maximize both patient care and personal time. Please note: the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Company values:
Our partner organization is committed to empowering its nursing staff through ongoing education, mentorship, and a culture that prioritizes both patient outcomes and your career trajectory. Expect a supportive work environment that encourages initiative, recognizes expertise, and invests in your professional advancement, so you can grow from completion of this assignment into future opportunities with confidence and clarity.
Call to action:
If you’re ready to impact lives, expand your clinical acumen, and thrive within a nationally supported travel nursing program, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your specialized skills and your development as a nurse, with a pathway to broader experiences, stronger networks, and renewed professional purpose. Embrace the challenge, enjoy the journey, and help shape the future of stepdown care.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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