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Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job

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Healthforce

Cleveland, OH

Staffing partner

RN · ICU

Posted Jun 18

Shift
12-hour rotating
Unit
Stepdown
Contract
13 weeks

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour rotating
Term
13 weeks · starts May 4, 2026 · Travel
Accepts
RN
Staffing partner
Healthforce

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Pay

About this role

Overview Registered Nurse – Stepdown in Cleveland, Ohio, starting 05/04/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay ranges from $1,963 to $2,017. Shifts are 12 hours on a rotating schedule with two options: days (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.) or nights (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.). Care is provided in a medical step-down environment in a mixed healthcare setting.

Key Highlights

  • Weekly pay: $1,963–$2,017 per week
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shifts: Rotating 12-hour shifts (days or nights)
  • Start date: 05/04/2026
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  • Location: Cleveland, OH, United States
  • Guaranteed hours: none

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care for patients requiring step-down level of care
  • Monitor patient status, document assessments, and adjust care plans in collaboration with the care team
  • Administer medications, infusions, and therapies per physician orders; manage IVs and complex equipment
  • Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition; escalate as needed
  • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory, physical/occupational therapy, and case management to coordinate care and discharge planning
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, meds, and post-discharge needs

Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association (AHA)

Education

RN degree from an accredited program; BSN preferred; magnet-recognized certification preferred

  • Ability to work in a medical step-down setting and to thrive in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment

Benefits and Support

  • Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
  • 24/7 travel and credentialing assistance
  • Fast credentialing process to expedite start
  • Assignment support with potential for extension to future opportunities

Find more opportunities If you’re open to other openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC, you can explore additional travel nursing opportunities and apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities. itiaNTZqeO

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Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association (AHA)

Place

City
Cleveland, OH
Median rent
$945/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$40,801/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
6% below the national average

Cleveland area index 93.9, where 100 is the national average.

Address
Cleveland, OH, USA

Cleveland offers a lower cost of living than national averages, making it an attractive option for RNs seeking affordability. Walkable neighborhoods like Ohio City and Tremont blend local dining and arts with a welcoming community feel. The Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center anchors the region's healthcare landscape, offering career opportunities in a city where your dollar stretches further.

Map showing the location of Cleveland, OH
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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Healthforce is a travel nursing staffing agency based in Rochester, NY, that places registered nurses in temporary clinical assignments across multiple states. Assignments have been listed in locations such as Utica, NY and Salida, CO, indicating a multi-state operational footprint.…

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