Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
2 days ago
Wilmington
Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 12/29/2025, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours \n Advance your nursing career as a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Wilmington, North Carolina (zip code 28401). Join a leading healthcare team in this vibrant coastal city, renowned for its historic charm, scenic riverfront, and proximity to beautiful beaches. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in North Carolina with a focus on cardiac care and telemetry.\n \n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Job Details\n\n • Location: Wilmington, NC (zip 28401) – North Carolina nursing jobs\n, • Healthcare Setting: Cardiac Stepdown / Telemetry Unit\n, • Contract Type: Travel RN contract\n, • Start Date: December 29, 2025\n, • End Date: March 30, 2026\n, • Duration: 13 weeks (option to extend)\n, • Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 - 07:15), 36 hours per week\n, • Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks (flexible)\n, • Unit Orientation: 24 hours\n, • Scrubs: Navy\n, • Estimated Weekly Salary: $1700-$1750\n\n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n\n, • Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac stepdown or telemetry nursing experience\n, • Active RN license in North Carolina or compact state (required at time of start)\n, • BLS & ACLS certifications (required)\n, • NIHSS certification (required)\n, • Epic charting experience preferred\n, • Must pass EKG testing prior to start\n, • Ability to float within hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed\n, • Proficient in cardiac telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, sheath removal, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, post-MI care, pre/post cardiac cath, cardiac drip management (including titration), chest tube management, and non-invasive airway management\n, • Preferred: Arterial line management, wound care/wound vac, and charge nurse experience\n\n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities\n\n, • Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac conditions (atrial fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD, valve disorders, endocarditis, cardiomyopathy, and more)\n, • Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, manage cardiac drips, and perform sheath removal\n, • Care for patients post-cardiac and vascular surgeries (CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, Mitral Clip, Watchman procedure, VATS, carotid endarterectomy, FEM-POP bypass, amputations, pacemaker placements, etc.)\n, • Utilize specialized equipment: Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, femoral sheaths, TR band, chest tubes, epicardial pacing wires\n, • Document and communicate patient care using EPIC and SBAR systems\n, • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services)\n, • Participate in storm/hurricane team response as needed during contract\n We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. Equal Opportunity We 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #435063. 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 Planet Healthcare Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX Benefits • Medical benefits, • Vision benefits, • Dental benefits, • 401k retirement plan, • Weekly pay, • Referral bonus