Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Night Assignment in Spokane, WA

Bring your cardiac stepdown and progressive care nursing expertise to a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Spokane, Washington. This on-site travel RN opportunity is ideal for a confident Registered Nurse skilled in cardiac telemetry, cardiac drip management, and caring for medically complex adult and geriatric patients. Join a collaborative healthcare team while enjoying Spokane’s scenic Pacific Northwest setting, vibrant downtown atmosphere, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse assignment
• Location: Spokane, Washington
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks, ending February 1, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110–$2,220
• Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.; 3 shifts per week
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Call: Not required
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Unit Capacity: 42 beds
• Typical Ratios: Approximately 1:3–4
• Charting: Epic electronic medical record (EMR)
• Orientation: 12 hours
• Floating: May float to telemetry or medical-surgical units when operationally needed

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in Washington or a compact license in hand
• At least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience; progressive care, PCU, stepdown, or cardiac nursing experience strongly preferred
• Recent experience managing and titrating cardiac and vasoactive medication drips is required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Recent Epic charting experience required
• Strong cardiac telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation skills
• Ability to provide safe, evidence-based care for patients with complex cardiac and medical conditions
• Flexibility to work night shifts, every other weekend, and assigned holiday coverage
• Two professional references covering at least one year of recent Registered Nurse experience

Cardiac Stepdown Travel RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult and geriatric patients in a cardiac stepdown and progressive care setting
• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and recognize changes in cardiac rhythms and patient condition
• Manage and titrate cardiac and vasoactive medication drips according to orders and clinical protocols
• Care for patients with congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, chest pain, myocardial infarction evaluation, and post-cardiac procedures
• Perform nursing assessments, administer medications, and evaluate patient responses to treatment
• Manage central lines, PICCs, chest tubes, surgical drains, feeding tubes, oxygen therapy, and non-invasive airway support
• Provide pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac catheterization, angiography, cardiac surgery, and hemodialysis
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation services, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Accurately document patient care and communicate changes in patient status using Epic
• Respond effectively to emergencies, rapid responses, and clinical deterioration
• Promote patient safety, education, infection prevention, and continuity of care throughout the assignment

Apply now for this cardiac stepdown travel nursing opportunity in Spokane, Washington, and join a dedicated progressive 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.