Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
8 days ago
Charleston
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 01/05/2026, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours \n Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Charleston, South Carolina (zip code 29407). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern observation unit within a surgery center, providing exceptional clinical care to a diverse patient population. Charleston is celebrated for its historic charm, vibrant culture, and coastal beauty—making it a top destination for travel nursing jobs in South Carolina.\n \n\nTravel Nursing Job Details\n\n • Job Title: Cardiac Stepdown RN – Travel Nurse\n, • Assignment Type: Travel RN – Cardiac Stepdown/Observation Unit\n, • Location: Charleston, SC 29407 (South Carolina nursing jobs)\n, • Start Date: January 5, 2026\n, • End Date: April 6, 2026\n, • Contract Duration: 13 weeks\n, • Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Monday–Thursday)\n, • Hours per Week: 36\n, • Weekends & Holidays: No weekends or holidays required\n, • On-Call: Not required\n, • Floating: May float to other observation units or be called off if census is low\n, • Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,420 - $1,530 per week\n\n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n\n, • Active South Carolina or Multi-State/Compact RN license (must be active prior to start)\n, • At least 2 years of recent RN experience in cardiac stepdown, observation, or pre/post-operative units.\n, • BLS and ACLS certifications required\n, • Strong clinical skills in airway assessment, conscious sedation, IV initiation/maintenance, medication reconciliation, phlebotomy, and lab value interpretation\n, • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment\n, • First-time travel nurses are encouraged to apply\n\n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities\n\n, • Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in a six-bay, 23-hour observation unit (PACU) within a surgery center\n, • Care for patients undergoing orthopedic, interventional radiology, and GI procedures\n, • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and operating room nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes\n, • Monitor patient status, administer medications, and perform necessary clinical interventions\n, • Accurately document patient care and communicate effectively with the healthcare team\n, • Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient care planning\n, • Maintain a safe, secure environment for patients and staff (overnight building security provided)\n GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #438976. 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 Stepdown About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division For 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 ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.