Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,192 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Cardiac StepdownDiscipline: RNStart Date: 10/27/2025Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelCardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs - Locum Tenens in Dayton, OhioRead all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Dayton, Ohio (zip code 45409). This locum tenens nursing job offers an exciting opportunity to deliver specialized cardiac care in a progressive care unit (PCU) and cardiac telemetry setting. Join our supportive healthcare team and make a difference in a city known for its vibrant arts, beautiful parks, and welcoming community. Apply now for this rewarding Ohio nursing job!Cardiac Stepdown RN Job DetailsLocation: Dayton, Ohio (45409) - Ohio healthcare jobsAssignment Type: Locum tenens (Travel/Contract Registered Nurse)Unit: Cardiac Stepdown / Cardiac Telemetry / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)Start Date: October 20, 2025End Date: March 9, 2026Duration: 16-20 weeks preferred (13 weeks accepted)Shifts: 3x12-hour night shifts (19:00 - 07:30)Hours per Week: 36Estimated Weekly Salary: $1820 - $1950Patient Ratios: 1:5-6Scrub Color: Navy BlueRegistered Nurse QualificationsMinimum 1.5 years of recent Stepdown (SD) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN experience (ICU experience does not substitute)Experience managing 1:5 patient ratios in SD or PCU settingsActive Registered Nurse (RN) license (any state); compact nursing licenses acceptedEPIC electronic health record/charting experienceMust pass an online EKG telemetry competency assessment prior to startBLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS certification preferredIV start skills requiredAbility to read and interpret cardiac strips and telemetryTravel nursing experience preferredAvailability to work every other weekend and holidayFlu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered); COVID-19 vaccine not requiredCardiac Stepdown RN ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown and telemetry patients, including those with heart failure, chest pain, NSTEMI, post-procedure, COPD exacerbation, and substance withdrawalCompetently manage and titrate IV drips (heparin, nitroglycerin, amiodarone, Cardizem, insulin, etc.)Interpret and monitor cardiac telemetry and dysrhythmiasInitiate and maintain IVs, manage feeding tubes, and provide post-cardiac procedure careCollaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including IV, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid responseFloat to other hospital units as needed, including main, south, and north campusesSupport the nursing care team and adapt to varying patient assignmentsComply with all hospital policies, including timely completion of orientation and required modulesJoin our healthcare team in Dayton, Ohio and take the next step in your nursing career. Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown RN locum tenens job! Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHRWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.GHR Healthcare Job ID #416402. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Cardiac StepdownAbout GHR HealthcareFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit to learn more.

Created: 2025-10-09