Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Torrance, California

Work as a Cardiac Stepdown Travel Registered Nurse in Torrance, CA, caring for adult and geriatric patients in a subacute rehabilitation and transitional care setting. This 13-week California travel nursing assignment offers consistent night shifts, a supportive interdisciplinary team, and the opportunity to help patients progress toward recovery and greater independence. Torrance is a welcoming South Bay community known for its coastal atmosphere, convenient access to Los Angeles, diverse dining, and year-round outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Nursing Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Transitional Care Unit
• Healthcare Setting: Subacute rehabilitation and transitional care; no custodial or long-term care
• Location: Torrance, California
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,720–$1,820
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Nursing Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift Hours: 11:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1 nurse to 8 patients
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients receiving rehabilitation-focused care
• Electronic Charting: Experience required; Epic experience is helpful
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Scheduling: Block schedules are not available; floating to nearby sister units may be required based on operational needs

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in California; compact license must be in hand at submission when applicable
• At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience caring for adult and geriatric patients in a cardiac stepdown, transitional care, subacute rehabilitation, or comparable nursing setting
• Strong electronic health record and clinical documentation skills
• Ability to manage an approximately 1:8 patient assignment while providing safe, compassionate patient care
• Availability for night shifts and every-other-weekend coverage
• Willingness to float between comparable nearby units when needed
• Two professional references covering at least one year of experience within the last three years

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adults and geriatric patients in a subacute rehabilitation and transitional care environment
• Assess patients, develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, and evaluate progress toward rehabilitation goals
• Monitor cardiac and overall clinical status, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with provider orders and established policies
• Provide oxygen administration, peripheral line care, and appropriate isolation precautions and personal protective equipment practices
• Collaborate with respiratory services, pharmacy, social services, interpretation services, unit support staff, patients, and families
• Complete accurate and timely electronic nursing documentation
• Support patient education, discharge preparation, and continuity of care
• Maintain safe staffing practices and provide dependable coverage during scheduled nights and weekends

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse travel contract in Torrance, California.

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.