Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Assignment in Cleveland, Ohio

Explore a Cleveland, Ohio travel nursing job for an experienced Cardiac Stepdown RN caring for complex cardiovascular and postoperative patients.

Join a collaborative cardiovascular care team in this on-site travel nurse assignment. This opportunity is ideal for a Registered Nurse who enjoys caring for complex cardiac and cardiovascular surgical patients in a dynamic stepdown environment. Located in Cleveland’s 44195 area, the assignment offers convenient access to renowned cultural attractions, lakefront recreation, restaurants, and vibrant neighborhoods.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Cleveland, Ohio 44195
• Position: Cardiac Stepdown Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Cardiovascular Surgical Stepdown
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 20, 2026
• End Date: February 19, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360–$2,480
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week, approximately 36 hours weekly
• Shift: Rotating days and nights; day shifts are approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and night shifts are approximately 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Scheduling: Shift assignments may vary based on operational needs; holiday coverage is required at least every other holiday
• Orientation: 16 hours, including ECG rhythm recognition and medication-safety assessments

Cardiac Stepdown RN Requirements

• At least 1 year of permanent experience in cardiac stepdown or a closely related cardiovascular nursing specialty
• Active, unrestricted permanent Ohio RN license or an active compact RN license in hand at the time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Required certifications must be active and available at the time of consideration; pending certifications are not accepted
• One recent professional reference from a manager, assistant nurse manager, supervisor, or director in the specialty, completed within the past 12 months
• Ability to complete and achieve an acceptable score on ECG rhythm recognition and safe medication administration assessments during orientation
• Willingness to float to related units and the emergency department when needed to care for patients with similar clinical needs
• Successful completion of required pre-assignment screening, documentation, and education

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to cardiac and cardiovascular surgical stepdown patients
• Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor patients for changes in cardiac, respiratory, neurologic, and postoperative status
• Recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac rhythm changes and other signs of clinical deterioration
• Administer medications and treatments, including higher-acuity therapies within the nurse’s scope of practice
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, providers, and the interdisciplinary team
• Provide patient and family education related to diagnosis, treatment, medications, recovery, and discharge planning
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, responses to care, and clinical communication
• Float to designated areas as needed while maintaining high standards of patient safety and continuity of care

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment in Cleveland, Ohio, and join a dedicated cardiovascular care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.