Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Indianapolis, IN | Nights (3x12)
Ascension St. Vincent - Indianapolis Acute
Indianapolis, IN
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Stepdown Nurse in Indianapolis, IN
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$2,225
Specialty
Stepdown
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
12/07
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Stepdown travel nurse job in Indianapolis, Indiana, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Ascension St. Vincent - Indianapolis Acute. This role pays $2,225 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
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Facility: Ascension St. Vincent - Indianapolis Acute
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Location: Indianapolis, IN 46260 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Epic
Responsibilities
- Manage higher-acuity patients stepping down from intensive care who require close monitoring
- Monitor continuous telemetry and hemodynamic status, recognizing and escalating changes promptly
- Administer medications and IV therapy, including titratable drips approved for the unit, per facility protocol
- Care for patients on high-flow oxygen and non-invasive ventilation when assigned
Travel Stepdown Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Stepdown experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Indiana and national regulatory bodies.
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis — Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis, IN
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis is an 840-bed, faith-based tertiary referral and teaching hospital on the north side of Indianapolis — one of Indiana's major Level I trauma and burn centers.
- 840-bed tertiary referral hospital, the flagship of Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana, with graduate medical education (residency) programs Read More
- ACS-verified Level I Trauma Center — one of the only hospitals in Indiana with both adult and pediatric Level I trauma on a single campus (with the co-located Peyton Manning Children's Hospital)
- The only American Burn Association–verified burn center in Indiana providing care for both adults and children (verified 2025)
- Comprehensive Stroke Center and solid-organ transplant programs
- Epic EMR (prior Epic experience a plus)
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FAQs – Stepdown Travel Nurse Jobs Near Indianapolis, IN
What certifications am I required to have for travel Stepdown jobs?
Most require BLS and ACLS. Neuro and stroke step-down postings often list NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, and some cardiac step-down units add a dysrhythmia exam. PCCN, AACN's progressive care certification, is a relevant plus; step-down hours can count toward its practice-hour requirement when they involve direct care of acutely ill adults.
Can I take a travel Stepdown job with ICU or Med Surg experience?
Sometimes. ICU experience often transfers well, while Med Surg or Med Surg/Tele experience may be considered when it includes continuous monitoring, higher-acuity patients, and relevant infusions. The facility determines whether your background matches the unit's acuity and responsibilities.
What kind of units to Stepdown travel nurse assignment cover?
Stepdown units may focus on cardiac, neuro, surgical, trauma, or general medical patients. One unit may regularly manage post-cath patients and cardiac drips, while another may focus on stroke, post-craniotomy, chest tubes, or complex postoperative care. Reviewing the unit’s patient mix and permitted therapies is important
What is the trauma and referral role of Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis?
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis is a roughly 800-bed flagship on the city's 86th Street campus and a Level I Trauma Center that draws referrals from much of the state, giving travelers a high-acuity tertiary environment.
Does Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis have a burn center and transplant program?
Yes — it runs Indiana's only American Burn Association–verified burn center for adults and children, plus a transplant center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center alongside the Level I trauma center and specialized ICUs.
Which specialty units can travel nurses work on at St. Vincent Indianapolis?
The campus spans heart and vascular care, orthopedics, the Lucas Family Brain & Spine program, critical care, and maternity through its Birthing Center, offering a broad and high-acuity caseload.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this Stepdown job in Indianapolis
- Review Indiana nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- Discover Indianapolis salary data for travel nurses.
- View Indiana salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Indianapolis, IN
At the center of Indiana's referral network, Indianapolis, IN draws cases from much of the state into its larger hospital systems. IU Health Methodist Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent help carry that regional caseload, with travel coverage common in the ICU and surgical suites. Contracts tend to span the wider metro rather than cluster in one district, so a base in Carmel, Greenwood, or Fishers puts a direct highway commute between home and the clinical centers. The grid of interstates, anchored by the I-465 loop, is genuinely the city's commuting backbone. A Colts game at Lucas Oil Stadium or a walk along the downtown Canal Walk fills a day off without much planning.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel Stepdown · Indianapolis, IN · $2,225 /wk