Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiac Stepdown - $2,507 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance day 1

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll

Free online CEUs

Travel & licensure reimbursements

Per diem subsidies

Traveler rewards

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel RN for Cardiac Stepdown in Cleveland, OH. Requires an active OH/compact RN license and recent cardiac stepdown experience.

Shifts are 12 hours (nights), 36 hours per week, with holiday coverage and mandatory orientation on ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate assessments.

Qualifications

• Active permanent OH or compact RN license in hand.
• Minimum 18 months of permanent, recent cardiac stepdown experience.
• Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care for cardiac stepdown patients.
• Monitor patients and intervene for transitions from critical care.
• Rotating 12-hour shifts and holiday coverage as required.
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate assessments.

Skills

Cardiac Stepdown

ECG rhythm recognition

Nursing care

Education

RN license (OH/compact)

Tools

Qualivis Lotus

SafeMedicate

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiac Stepdown - $2,507 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Cleveland, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Start Date: 01/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position requiring an active OH or compact RN license and recent cardiac stepdown experience.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a hospital Cardiac Stepdown unit
• Rotating day and night 12-hour shifts (7am-7:30pm, 7pm-7:30am), with the facility reserving the right to rotate schedules as needed
• Requires working at least every other holiday
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate testing
• Use of Qualivis – Lotus for submitting hours worked
• Provide specialized nursing care for cardiac stepdown patients
• Assessment, monitoring, and intervention for patients transitioning from critical care
• Mandatory holiday coverage for at least every other holiday
• Annual and pre-start modules must be completed as required by the facility
• Smokers are currently exempt from nicotine-free policy for nursing staff
• Permanent and per diem staff must wait one year after last end date before returning
• Assignments at this location may not exceed 18 consecutive months and require a 6-month break before reapplying
• No exceptions for facial hair regarding PAPRs unless approved for medical or religious reasons

Requirements

• Active permanent OH or compact state RN license in hand upon consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications from AHA or American Red Cross
• Minimum of 18 months of permanent, recent Cardiac Stepdown experience required
• PCU/progressive care experience preferred but not required
• Must pass ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate assessments during orientation
• No license hits accepted and no open background cases permitted
• Fingerprinting and badging to be completed onsite prior to start
• At least one reference from a supervisory role in the specialty required
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-650067. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.