Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Join a collaborative cardiac stepdown team as a Registered Nurse (RN) providing high-quality care to medically complex and cardiovascular patients in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This 13-week travel nursing contract is ideal for a resilient, adaptable nurse with cardiac monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and intermediate-care nursing experience. Enjoy a welcoming Wisconsin community with convenient access to parks, trails, Lake Country attractions, and the vibrant Milwaukee area.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
• Employment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Start Date: October 20, 2026; an alternate November 3 start may be available
• Nursing Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend and Holiday Schedule: Every other weekend and holiday rotation
• Call Requirements: None
• Unit: 31-bed cardiac stepdown and intermediate-care unit
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4–5, based on assignment and census
• Electronic Medical Record: Current Epic experience within the past 12 months
• Floating: May float to appropriate units or affiliated facilities based on census and demonstrated clinical competency

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse Requirements

• Active Wisconsin or Compact Registered Nurse license
• At least 1 year of cardiac nursing experience in a short-term acute-care hospital
• Two or more years of medical-surgical nursing experience preferred
• Previous completion of at least one travel nursing contract preferred
• Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Strong cardiac assessment skills, including cardiac rhythm interpretation and recognition of clinical deterioration
• Associate degree or nursing certificate required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Ability to care for patients with cardiovascular, medical, and intermediate-care needs while maintaining safe patient ratios
• Adaptable, dependable, resilient, and comfortable working in a changing clinical environment
• Compliance with applicable vaccination requirements, with exemptions considered where permitted

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with heart failure, acute myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, chest pain, hypertension, and post-cardiac procedures
• Care for patients following open-heart and thoracic surgery, pacemaker placement, ablation, TAVR, and cardiac catheterization procedures
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, perform focused nursing assessments, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly
• Care for additional intermediate-care patients with sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, and medical overflow needs
• Administer medications and treatments, coordinate interdisciplinary care, and educate patients and families
• Document accurately and efficiently in Epic
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team to support safe transitions and positive patient outcomes
• Float to appropriate clinical areas or affiliated facilities when needed while practicing within verified skills and competencies
• Participate in scheduled weekend and holiday rotations

Apply now to be considered for this cardiac stepdown travel nurse opportunity in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

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.