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Job description
First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Galesburg, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Stepdown
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
- Registered Nurse – Tele Intermediate | SMMC
Location: Illinois | Setting: Acute Care, Stepdown/Tele
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Hours: 48 hrs/week guaranteed
Experience: 2+ years
Ratios: 1:4–1:5
Beds: 26
EMR: EPIC
Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA)
License: Active IL RN license or application initiated
Weekend: Every other weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun)
Call: None
Floating: Required; same 1:5 ratio
Trauma: Level II
Clinical: Telemetry monitoring, Cardizem, Lasix, renal dopamine, nitro; Bipap/CPAP/HF/Vapotherm. Common diagnoses include CHF, COVID pneumonia, Afib with RVR, tachy/brady syndrome, and syncope.
Other: 12-hour orientation is non-billable. No required scrub color. Drug screen required. Local candidates within 50 miles are subject to a local rate adjustment.
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
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Benefits
Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus
Worksite address
galesburg, IL, 61402, US
Who can apply
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