Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in St. Louis, MO | Days (3x12)
Mercy Hospital South
St. Louis, MO
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Travel RN
Stepdown Nurse in St. Louis, MO
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$2,252
Specialty
Stepdown
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/02
Flexible
Contract
16 wks
Renewable
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This Stepdown travel nurse job in St. Louis, Missouri, with Advantis Medical is a 16-week Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Mercy Hospital South. This role pays $2,252 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
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Facility: Mercy Hospital South
- — Quick Feedback
- — High Extension Rate
- — Accepts Locals
- — 48-Hour Contracts Available
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Location: St. Louis, MO 63128 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 16 Weeks
- Shift: Days (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 Missouri and national regulatory bodies.
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FAQs – Stepdown Travel Nurse Jobs Near St. Louis, MO
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
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 St. Louis
- Review Missouri nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- Discover St. Louis salary data for travel nurses.
- View Missouri salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore St. Louis, MO
Several hospital corridors stretch across St. Louis, MO, a long-established clinical market on the Missouri side of the river. Meeting that regional demand calls for travelers to staff surgical suites and labor-and-delivery units regularly. Much of the patient flow runs through Barnes-Jewish Hospital and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Clayton, University City, and Maplewood offer handy places to live, and the MetroLink light rail simplifies cross-town trips to the medical centers, so many travelers skip the car. Between the academic and community campuses, contracts turn over often enough to keep travelers booked. When the workday ends, the green space of Forest Park is an easy escape from the hospital.
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 · St. Louis, MO · $2,252 /wk