Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Cardiac Stepdown RN – 13-week travel contract (night shift) in Washington, DC 20007. Telemetry/IMC experience required.

Overview

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) on a 13-week travel contract in Washington, DC (zip code 20007). This night-shift telemetry/IMC nursing job is ideal for an experienced telemetry nurse or stepdown nurse seeking travel nurse opportunities in the nation’s capital. Enjoy the clinical variety of an ED boarder / stepdown setting while living near the Potomac River and DC attractions.

Job Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20007 (Washington, DC nursing jobs / DC healthcare)
• Setting: Cardiac Stepdown / ED Boarder Unit (telemetry / intermediate care)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Shift: Night shift – 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratio: 1:4–5 (telemetry/stepdown nursing ratio)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (travel nurse / travel RN)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,730 - $1,820 per week
• COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required
• Flu Vaccine: Required (no exemptions)
• Scrubs: Any color

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac Stepdown, Telemetry, or IMC RN experience
• At least 1 prior travel assignment (preferred travel nurse experience)
• Active DC RN license (pending license accepted with proof; license must be in hand prior to start)
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Successful completion of Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam (minimum 80% overall; 100% on lethal rhythms)
• Experience with Cerner electronic charting system and Pyxis medication systems
• Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Two supervisor references required

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to admitted patients boarding in the ED while awaiting inpatient beds
• Continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia recognition/management (telemetry nurse responsibilities)
• Administer and titrate IV drips (including insulin), manage enteral feeding tubes, and provide pre/post hemodialysis care
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, and manage peripheral and central lines
• Implement isolation precautions and PPE protocols for infection control
• Utilize Cerner for charting and Pyxis for medication administration with accurate documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Social Services, and Pharmacy
• Float to other units as required and actively participate on rapid response/code teams
• Care for diverse diagnoses including neurology/stroke, orthopedics, oncology, transplant, end-stage liver/kidney disease, and gastroenterology

Why Join Our Team

• Hands-on cardiac and telemetry experience in a high-volume, fast-paced ED boarder/stepdown environment
• Opportunity to advance clinical skills and work with an interdisciplinary team
• Explore Washington, DC—historic sites, dining, and cultural attractions near zip code 20007
• Supportive work environment focused on patient safety and quality care

Ready to advance your career as a travel Cardiac Stepdown RN in Washington, DC? Apply now to be considered for this travel nurse opportunity. Please submit your resume, current DC RN license (or proof of pending licensure), certifications, and two supervisor references for immediate consideration. Join our healthcare team today!

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