Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse - Travel Nursing Job in Bangor, Maine

Travel RN opportunity in Bangor, ME: Join a dynamic cardiac stepdown and intermediate care team while caring for a diverse mix of cardiac and medical patients in a fast-paced hospital setting.

This travel Registered Nurse job offers the chance to strengthen your clinical skills, collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary healthcare team, and enjoy life in Bangor, Maine, a welcoming community with small-city comfort and easy access to outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Location: Bangor, Maine
• Setting: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care Unit
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Start Date: 10/20/2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,040 - $2,150
• Orientation: General hospital orientation followed by 1 day on the unit
• Scheduling: Every-other-weekend rotation; holiday scheduling based on unit needs
• Parking: Free in designated areas
• Scrub Color: Any professional color

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 1 year of intermediate care or progressive care unit (PCU) experience required
• 2 years of Med/Surg experience may be considered if accompanied by some PCU experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Experience with cardiac patients and medical-surgical patients preferred
• Comfort caring for patients with trachs, vents, stroke, trauma, sepsis, and respiratory support needs
• Ability to work nights and participate in an every-other-weekend rotation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care for cardiac stepdown and intermediate care patients
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, including cardiac rhythm interpretation and neuro checks
• Care for patients with chest tubes, wound vacs, drains, ostomies, trachs, and ventilator support
• Administer and manage therapies such as high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, insulin drips, and non-titrating vasoactive or antiarrhythmic drips
• Perform IV starts and support post-procedure care, including TR bands and femoral sheath recovery
• Collaborate with charge nurses, respiratory therapy, phlebotomy, and other clinical support teams to deliver quality patient care
• Float to the ED, ICU, or CCU when needed for appropriate intermediate assignments
• Maintain accurate documentation in the Cerner charting system

Why This Bangor, Maine RN Travel Job?

• Competitive weekly pay for travel nursing professionals
• Opportunity to expand your cardiac and intermediate care skills
• Supportive team environment in a respected hospital setting
• Free parking and a straightforward orientation process
• Great fit for experienced travel nurses seeking Maine nursing jobs

Apply now to join this Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse travel contract in Bangor, Maine and take the next step in your nursing career.

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.