Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Contract – Cleveland, Ohio

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) travel nursing opportunity in Cleveland, Ohio, providing expert care to patients requiring close cardiovascular and telemetry monitoring. This 13-week travel nurse contract offers 36 hours per week on rotating day and night shifts in a collaborative cardiac stepdown unit. Cleveland is a welcoming healthcare hub on the shores of Lake Erie, offering diverse neighborhoods, cultural attractions, dining, and year-round activities for healthcare professionals.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel nursing contract
• Location: Cleveland, Ohio
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360–$2,480
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
• Shift Times: Days, approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; nights, approximately 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Contract Dates: November 13, 2026–February 12, 2027
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Unit: Cardiac and cardiovascular stepdown
• Scheduling Note: Rotating shifts may be adjusted to meet operational needs. Holiday coverage is required at least every other holiday.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent permanent experience in cardiac stepdown, telemetry, cardiovascular care, or a closely related specialty
• Active Registered Nurse license in Ohio or an active compact-state license in hand at the time of submission
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to provide one recent professional reference from a manager, assistant nurse manager, supervisor, or director in the specialty
• Successful completion of ECG rhythm recognition and medication-safety assessments during orientation; up to two attempts are permitted for each assessment
• Ability to complete required health screening, background screening, and facility onboarding requirements before starting

Cardiac Stepdown Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from cardiac and cardiovascular conditions
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, clinical status, and responses to treatment
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the care team
• Administer medications and therapies safely, accurately, and according to established protocols
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge plans
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic medical record
• Remain flexible to float to comparable cardiac units or emergency care areas when needed to support patients with similar clinical needs

Apply now for this cardiac stepdown travel nurse opportunity in Cleveland, Ohio, and join a collaborative 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.