Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Contract in Cleveland, Ohio

Join a skilled healthcare team as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Cleveland, Ohio, providing high-acuity cardiac and neuro stepdown care on a 13-week night shift travel nursing contract.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced travel nurse who is confident caring for patients requiring close monitoring, strong clinical judgment, and collaborative care. Cleveland offers a dynamic urban environment on the shores of Lake Erie, with access to renowned cultural attractions, diverse dining, professional sports, and year-round recreational activities.

Travel RN Job Details

• Location: Cleveland, Ohio
• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Stepdown Neuro
• Position Type: Registered Nurse travel contract
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360–$2,480
• Start Date: November 13, 2026
• Contract End Date: February 12, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Work Setting: On-site, high-acuity cardiac and neuro stepdown unit
• Holiday Requirement: Travelers must work at least every other holiday

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent permanent experience in the specialty for which you are applying; PCU or progressive care experience is preferred but not required
• Active Registered Nurse license in Ohio or an active compact-state license in hand at the time of submission
• Active BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Required certifications must be active and available at the time of submission
• One recent professional reference from a manager, assistant nurse manager, supervisor, or director in the specialty, from an assignment completed within the past 12 months
• Ability to complete ECG rhythm recognition and medication-safety assessments during orientation with an acceptable score
• Ability to complete required onboarding, background screening, health screening, and pre-start learning modules

Cardiac and Neuro Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to patients in a cardiac and neuro stepdown environment
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, recognize changes in patient condition, and escalate concerns promptly
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and other relevant clinical indicators while responding appropriately to changes
• Administer medications and treatments accurately in accordance with orders, policies, and current standards of care
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, recovery, and discharge needs
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and support continuity of care during handoffs
• Complete required competencies and annual education when applicable throughout the assignment

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel nursing opportunity in Cleveland, Ohio.

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.