American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 3 Description American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown RN with CA licensure and prior travel experience for a 13-week day shift assignment in a community hospital setting. Details Stepdown unit within a community hospital setting Patient ratio of 1:3 Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00a-7:30p) Required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4 week cycle, including at least one holiday weekend May float down or across to like or lower acuity units (excluding ED) as needed, at or below skillset, and occasionally to another campus/location Epic EMR used across all units Requirements Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA) Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications required, no pending) Minimum 2 years of experience in stepdown or ICU specifically, with experience within the last year 1.5 years of continuous experience in specialty required, with no breaks in unit type unless floating or demonstrating equivalent experience at the same ratios Prior travel nursing experience required, with 1 year total travel experience and 6 months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration No gaps in travel experience for the last 6 months, except for minimal pre-approved vacations or brief onboarding/relocation gaps Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience required within the last 6 months Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred Experience with neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and renal patient populations including stroke, tracheostomy care, dysrhythmia management, and cardiac drip management 1 supervisory-level professional reference required Valid copies of all required certifications needed for consideration Additional Information Provide stepdown-level nursing care across neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal, and orthopedic patient populations Perform cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and respond to rapid response and code situations Manage wound care, isolation precautions, feeding tubes, and IV therapy including central and PICC lines Maximum RTO of 7 days permitted, with no additional requests after consideration Candidates must not live within 100 miles of San Diego to be eligible, and those on assignment in San Diego for 9 months are considered local and ineligible First-time travelers will not be considered for this position Former permanent staff and travelers may reapply after a 1 year waiting period International travelers must have 1 year of recent or current U.S.
work experience American Traveler Job ID P- . 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service.
Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more.
Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.5c143e31-5e -b d
Travel Step Down RN - $1,960 per week in la jolla at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $85,280–$132,233
For context, most registered nurses earn between $85,280–$132,233 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.