Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Memphis, TN | Days (3x12)
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis, TN
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Travel RN
Stepdown Nurse in Memphis, TN
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$2,010
Specialty
Stepdown
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/02
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Stepdown travel nurse job in Memphis, Tennessee, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Methodist University Hospital. This role pays $2,010 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Methodist University Hospital
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Location: Memphis, TN 38104 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (3x12)
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 Tennessee and national regulatory bodies.
Methodist University Hospital — Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN
Methodist University Hospital is the flagship of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare and the principal adult teaching hospital of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center — a roughly 600-bed academic hospital in Memphis.
- A large solid-organ transplant program specializing in liver, kidney, and pancreas, drawing referrals across the Mid-South. Read More
- A cardiac program recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care and a HeartCARE Center, with a history of Mid-South cardiac firsts.
- A neuroscience program strong in neurosurgery — including spinal deformity and spinal oncology — with CyberKnife radiosurgery.
- The FACT-accredited Methodist Healthcare Blood and Marrow Transplant Center and a Commission on Cancer–accredited cancer program.
- U.S. News's best hospital in Memphis, staffed largely by UTHSC faculty.
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FAQs – Stepdown Travel Nurse Jobs Near Memphis, TN
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 Memphis
- Review Tennessee nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View Tennessee salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the Travel Nursing Housing Center to plan your stay.
Explore Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN supports one of the largest healthcare networks in the Mid-South. Methodist University Hospital and Regional One Health see heavy patient volume, especially across emergency departments and trauma services. Memphis International Airport connects the metro with destinations across the country for incoming contracts. Many clinicians choose housing in Bartlett, Germantown, or Collierville while working assignments in Memphis. Shelby Farms Park offers expansive green space for time away from hospital routines. The city’s regional role means clinicians often see a wide mix of cases drawn from across the surrounding states.
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 · Memphis, TN · $2,010 /wk