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Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareNorfolk, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 2, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$60.83
Weekly
$2,190
Yearly (full-time)
$113,880
Start date
November 2, 2026

This job pays about $60.83/hour — 35% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Assignment in Norfolk, Virginia

Work as a Cardiac Stepdown Travel Nurse in Norfolk, VA, caring for patients who need close cardiac monitoring and progressive nursing support. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers valuable experience in a cardiac procedural and surgical setting while you enjoy the coastal energy, waterfront attractions, and vibrant culture of the Norfolk area.

Travel Nurse Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130-$2,250
  • Location: Norfolk, Virginia 23507
  • Healthcare Setting: Cardiac stepdown / progressive care unit (PCU)
  • Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
  • Start Date: November 2, 2026
  • End Date: February 1, 2027
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM-7:30 PM
  • Openings: 2

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
  • At least 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown, progressive care, PCU, or comparable acute-care nursing experience
  • Strong patient assessment, clinical judgment, cardiac monitoring, and patient-monitoring skills
  • Ability to provide safe, compassionate nursing care in a fast-paced cardiac procedural and surgical environment
  • Successful completion of required facility onboarding and clinical compliance requirements

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Nurse Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive Registered Nurse care to patients in a cardiac stepdown and progressive care setting
  • Monitor cardiac status, vital signs, symptoms, and changes in patient condition
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and established nursing standards
  • Recognize and promptly escalate clinical changes or concerns to the appropriate care team
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary professionals to coordinate individualized care plans
  • Educate patients and families regarding treatments, recovery, medications, and discharge needs
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support a safe, quality-focused patient-care environment

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel nursing opportunity in Norfolk, Virginia, and take the next step in your nursing career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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