Cardiac Stepdown | RN

GHR Healthcare

South Bend (IN)

On-site

USD 85,995 - 88,270

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiac Stepdown for a role in South Bend, Indiana. This position involves working in a high-acuity environment to provide expert care to adult and geriatric patients. The ideal candidate should have a valid RN license and relevant experience. Competitive compensation and a supportive healthcare team awaits you as you advance your nursing career.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown or telemetry nursing experience required.
Familiarity with Cerner electronic charting system.
COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care on a busy cardiac stepdown unit.
Monitor, interpret, and document cardiac rhythms.
Care for patients with stroke, CHF, chest pain, and MI.

Skills

Cardiac Stepdown nursing

Telemetry nursing

Reading cardiac rhythms

Managing cardiac drips

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana

ACLS certification

BLS certification

NIHSS certification

Job description

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Travel Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown Night Shift Jobs in South Bend, Indiana

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Cardiac Stepdown at a top-rated healthcare facility in South Bend, Indiana (46601). This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment, delivering expert care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac and stroke diagnoses. Discover the vibrant healthcare community in South Bend, IN, known for its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful parks, and dynamic downtown. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in Indiana nursing jobs today!

Registered Nurse Job Details

Location: South Bend, IN 46601 (Indiana healthcare jobs)
Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
Unit: 7th Floor Intermediate Cardiac/Stroke Stepdown
Shift: 3x12-Hour Night Shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
Shifts per Week: 3
Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
Contract Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 09/02/2025 – End: 12/02/2025)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Patient Ratio: 1:5 (Nights)
Charting System: Cerner
Scrub Color: Royal Blue or White
Estimated Weekly Salary: $1890-$1940

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or compact state (pending accepted, must be active prior to start)
Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown or telemetry nursing experience required (2 years preferred)
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (pending accepted, must be active prior to start)
Proficient in reading, identifying, and responding to cardiac rhythms (must pass Tele Rhythm Identification Quiz)
Experience managing cardiac drips: Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix
Familiarity with Cerner electronic charting system
Must reside at least 50 miles from facility (no local candidates)
COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)

Travel RN Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care on a busy cardiac stepdown unit for adult and geriatric patients
Monitor, interpret, and document cardiac rhythms; manage cardiac drips and telemetry
Care for patients with stroke, CHF, chest pain, MI, syncope, hypertension, and overdoses
Float to similar or lower acuity nursing units as needed
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including PT, RT, pharmacy, and others
Utilize all oxygenation methods except ventilators; provide care for patients receiving hemodialysis (HD performed by outside provider)
Accurately document patient care using Cerner
Complete required orientation and up to 8 hours of pre-start modules

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team as a Travel Registered Nurse in South Bend, Indiana. Take the next step in your nursing career and explore rewarding travel RN jobs in Indiana!

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 at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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