Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,884 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Clinton, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 12 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Jobs in Clinton, Maryland

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Clinton, Maryland (zip code 20735). Join a leading healthcare team in an Intermediate Care (IMC) unit, providing specialized cardiac, neuro, respiratory, and GI / GU patient care. Clinton, MD, located near Washington, D.C., offers excellent amenities and a welcoming community—making it a top destination for travel nursing jobs in Maryland.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Clinton, Maryland (20735) – Greater Washington, D.C. area

Job Title : Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)

Assignment Length : 13-week travel nursing contract

Healthcare Setting : Intermediate Care / Cardiac Stepdown Unit

Shifts : Rotating Day (07 : 00 - 19 : 30) and Night (19 : 00 - 07 : 30); 3x12-hour shifts / week

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1610 - $1730

Patient Ratio : 1 : 4

Start Date : December 1, 2025

End Date : March 2, 2026

Weekend / Holiday Coverage : Every other weekend and holiday rotation

Float Requirement : ICU and Med Surg float as needed

Scrub Color : Ceil Blue (not provided)

Flu Vaccine : Required (no exemptions)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac Stepdown, IMC, or acute care RN experience

Active Registered Nurse license (Maryland or compact state)

Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Proficiency with Cerner EMR charting system

Strong clinical skills in cardiac telemetry, IV therapy / phlebotomy, CVA care, respiratory care, and management of cardiac / respiratory drips (no titration)

Successful completion of Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam (minimum 80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms)

Two supervisor references required

Flu vaccine required prior to start

First-time travel nurses welcome

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the Cardiac Stepdown / IMC unit

Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry for cardiac patients

Administer IV therapies, blood products, and manage central / PICC lines

Deliver respiratory support, including trach care, high-flow nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management

Float to ICU and Med Surg units as required

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, social services)

Participate in rapid response / code teams and maintain isolation precautions

Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR

Work every other weekend and holiday as scheduled

Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in Clinton, Maryland!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #428817. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Cardiac Stepdown

About GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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