Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown RN Travel Nurse – 13-Week Contract in Dayton, Ohio

Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) needed for a cardiac stepdown travel nursing contract in Dayton, Ohio. Provide telemetry-focused care for postoperative cardiac and vascular patients in a progressive care unit (PCU) environment.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Dayton, Ohio
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nurse contract
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,860–$1,960
• Schedule: Day shifts; 12-hour shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week
• Unit: 36-bed cardiac stepdown and heart and vascular unit
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
• Target Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4–6
• Charting: Epic electronic medical record (EMR)
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and holiday availability required
• Orientation: Up to 24 hours

Join a collaborative cardiac stepdown team in Dayton, a welcoming southwestern Ohio community known for accessible urban amenities, medical resources, and vibrant arts and outdoor offerings. This on-site Ohio travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced cardiac stepdown RN who is confident caring for postoperative cardiac and vascular patients.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Requirements

• At least 1.5 years of recent Registered Nurse experience in a cardiac stepdown, progressive care unit (PCU), DOU, IMC, or comparable cardiac care setting
• Demonstrated experience caring for patients after CABG and valve surgery; CABG experience is required
• Active RN license in any state or a current compact RN license
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Recent Epic inpatient charting experience
• Strong cardiac telemetry skills, including the ability to interpret dysrhythmias and complete an EKG/telemetry competency assessment before the assignment begins
• Competency with IV starts, cardiac drip management and titration, insulin protocols, chest tubes, central and PICC lines, blood products, and noninvasive respiratory support
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Willingness to float to medically appropriate units within nearby facilities based on patient census and clinical expertise

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for cardiac, vascular, and postoperative patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring
• Manage patients following CABG, valve replacement or repair, mitral clip, TAVR, thoracotomy, VATS, vascular surgery, and other advanced cardiac procedures
• Monitor and respond to changes in cardiac rhythm, hemodynamic status, respiratory condition, and overall clinical presentation
• Administer medications and manage cardiac drips, anticoagulation protocols, insulin protocols, oxygen therapy, and other prescribed treatments
• Care for patients with chest tubes, surgical drains, PICC and central lines, feeding tubes, wounds, renal failure, pneumothorax, and hemothorax
• Perform focused assessments, promptly escalate changes in condition, and participate in rapid response and code team interventions as indicated
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery, medications, and discharge needs
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and support safe transitions of care across the interdisciplinary team
• Float and adapt to assignments across appropriate specialty areas while maintaining high standards of patient safety and care quality

Apply now for this cardiac stepdown RN travel nursing opportunity in Dayton, Ohio, and join a collaborative healthcare 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.