Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
North Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in a 23-hour Observation Unit in North Charleston, South Carolina. This travel nursing job offers experienced RNs the opportunity to provide specialized cardiac care in a collaborative healthcare setting. North Charleston is a top destination for healthcare professionals, offering a vibrant community, proximity to beautiful beaches, and a welcoming atmosphere—making it an ideal location for your next travel assignment.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: North Charleston, South Carolina (29406) – South Carolina nursing jobs
• Healthcare Setting: Ambulatory/Inpatient – 23-Hour Observation Unit
• Assignment Type: Travel RN contract
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Duration: 13-week travel assignment
• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (Monday–Thursday, 5:00pm–5:30am)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1530–$1570
• Patient Population: Adults and Pediatrics
• Unit Census: 5 beds, low daily census
• Scrub Color: Royal or Navy Blue
• Charting System: Epic EMR

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active South Carolina or Compact State RN license (required prior to start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Cardiac Stepdown RN or Observation Unit nursing experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (all required)
• Previous travel nurse experience required
• Proficiency with Epic charting system
• Ability to float within scope to sister healthcare facilities as needed
• Strong clinical assessment, patient teaching, and critical thinking skills
• Completion of all compliance and orientation requirements prior to start

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and pediatric patients in a 23-hour observation and cardiac stepdown setting
• Monitor cardiac and post-surgical patients, administer medications, and perform comprehensive assessments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including pharmacy and clinical support staff
• Utilize Epic EMR for accurate documentation and patient care coordination
• Provide patient education, discharge planning, and ensure safe transitions of care
• Float to sister healthcare facilities as needed to support patient care demands
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards

Experience the best of South Carolina healthcare jobs while making a difference in North Charleston. Join our dedicated nursing team and take the next step in your travel RN career. Apply now to secure your spot in this rewarding Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment!

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