Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job
Keene, NH
Contracted
Cheshire, Medical Center
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal opportunity as a Registered Nurse specializing in Stepdown, where precision, empathy, and teamwork converge to elevate patient recovery. Based in Keene, New Hampshire, you will guide patients through the critical transition from acute care to stabilization, using advanced telemetry, careful medication administration, and meticulous assessment to support healing and safety. This role invites you to cultivate leadership, refine clinical judgment, and mentor colleagues while delivering compassionate care that makes a lasting difference for individuals and families. The surrounding region celebrates four seasons, lush landscapes, and a vibrant arts scene, offering after-shift moments to unwind in nearby Monadnock trails, rivers, and historic downtowns. Imagine contributing your expertise where your work resonates beyond the bedside, shaping outcomes and strengthening community health, all within a supportive, growth-minded environment.
Keene offers a welcoming New England community with a bustling hospital ecosystem, practical access to outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and affordable living. Working in this location means you can enjoy seasonal beauty, robust schools, and a quality of life that supports sustainable nursing practice. For those seeking broader horizons, this opportunity sits within a national program that places clinicians in diverse facilities across the United States, enabling you to experience different patient populations, chart new clinical pathways, and broaden your professional network while staying connected to a core team that values your well-being.
Key responsibilities on the stepdown unit include close patient monitoring, continuous telemetry oversight, timely assessment and documentation of changes in condition, administration of medications and IV therapies, respiratory support management, post-operative care, wound and drain care, and collaboration with physicians, case managers, and families to coordinate safe transitions. You will implement evidence-based practices, participate in rounds, lead safety initiatives, and support new staff entering the unit. The role offers clear opportunities for professional growth within the stepdown specialty, including mentorship, cross-training, and potential advancement into charge nurse or clinical specialist tracks. Our benefits package is designed to reward expertise and dedication: a competitive weekly pay range of $2,018-$2,089, plus a signing bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions to continue building your portfolio of clinical experiences. You’ll also receive dedicated, 24/7 support from a travel-focused team ready to assist with housing, transportation, orientation, and real-time problem solving as you move between assignments. Finally, you’ll join a program committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety, clinical excellence, and respectful, inclusive teamwork. Guaranteed hours for this assignment are 0.0, with an emphasis on consistent, quality patient care and reliable scheduling.
Our company is built on empowering staff, advancing careers, and fostering a supportive work environment where your voice matters. We invest in ongoing education, provide mentorship from experienced clinicians, and encourage collaboration across facilities to expand your competencies. Whether you are new to travel nursing or a seasoned traveler, you’ll find a culture that respects your contributions while offering scalable opportunities to grow, diversify your skill set, and influence patient care beyond your current role.
Are you ready to bring your Stepdown RN expertise to Keene and beyond? If you’re excited by the chance to impact patient outcomes while enjoying the beauty of New Hampshire and the flexibility of nationwide placements, apply now. Start date is 01/05/2026, with an assignment described as Weeks in duration and a weekly pay of $2,018-$2,089, with 0.0 guaranteed hours. 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 welcoming New England community with a bustling hospital ecosystem, practical access to outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and affordable living. Working in this location means you can enjoy seasonal beauty, robust schools, and a quality of life that supports sustainable nursing practice. For those seeking broader horizons, this opportunity sits within a national program that places clinicians in diverse facilities across the United States, enabling you to experience different patient populations, chart new clinical pathways, and broaden your professional network while staying connected to a core team that values your well-being.
Key responsibilities on the stepdown unit include close patient monitoring, continuous telemetry oversight, timely assessment and documentation of changes in condition, administration of medications and IV therapies, respiratory support management, post-operative care, wound and drain care, and collaboration with physicians, case managers, and families to coordinate safe transitions. You will implement evidence-based practices, participate in rounds, lead safety initiatives, and support new staff entering the unit. The role offers clear opportunities for professional growth within the stepdown specialty, including mentorship, cross-training, and potential advancement into charge nurse or clinical specialist tracks. Our benefits package is designed to reward expertise and dedication: a competitive weekly pay range of $2,018-$2,089, plus a signing bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions to continue building your portfolio of clinical experiences. You’ll also receive dedicated, 24/7 support from a travel-focused team ready to assist with housing, transportation, orientation, and real-time problem solving as you move between assignments. Finally, you’ll join a program committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety, clinical excellence, and respectful, inclusive teamwork. Guaranteed hours for this assignment are 0.0, with an emphasis on consistent, quality patient care and reliable scheduling.
Our company is built on empowering staff, advancing careers, and fostering a supportive work environment where your voice matters. We invest in ongoing education, provide mentorship from experienced clinicians, and encourage collaboration across facilities to expand your competencies. Whether you are new to travel nursing or a seasoned traveler, you’ll find a culture that respects your contributions while offering scalable opportunities to grow, diversify your skill set, and influence patient care beyond your current role.
Are you ready to bring your Stepdown RN expertise to Keene and beyond? If you’re excited by the chance to impact patient outcomes while enjoying the beauty of New Hampshire and the flexibility of nationwide placements, apply now. Start date is 01/05/2026, with an assignment described as Weeks in duration and a weekly pay of $2,018-$2,089, with 0.0 guaranteed hours. 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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