Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
South Bend, IN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) job in South Bend, Indiana (46601). This travel nursing opportunity places you in a leading intermediate cardiac/stroke unit, providing exceptional patient care in a vibrant Midwest city known for its thriving arts, culture, and outdoor recreation. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in cardiac and stroke patient outcomes while enjoying all that South Bend has to offer.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

• Location: South Bend, IN 46601 (Indiana nursing jobs)
• Unit: 7th Floor Intermediate Cardiac/Stroke Unit
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
• Duration: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: February 16, 2026
• Shifts: 3x12 Hour Days (07:00 - 19:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Charting System: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue or White

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Indiana or compact state; pending accepted, must be active prior to start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or stroke nursing experience (2 years preferred)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Proficient in cardiac rhythm interpretation and response (must pass Tele Rhythm Identification Quiz)
• Experience managing cardiac drips (Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix)
• Ability to float to similar or lower acuity units as needed
• Experience with Cerner electronic charting
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of South Bend, Indiana

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced intermediate cardiac/stroke unit
• Monitor, interpret, and respond to cardiac rhythms and changes in patient condition
• Administer and titrate cardiac drips according to protocols
• Care for patients requiring hemodialysis (HD performed by external provider)
• Provide all modes of oxygenation except mechanical ventilation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Social Services
• Float to similar units within the hospital or affiliated Indiana healthcare facilities as needed
• Maintain professional conduct and adhere to hospital and nursing policies

Ready to take your nursing skills on the road? Apply now for this travel Cardiac Stepdown RN job in South Bend, Indiana, and join a dedicated healthcare team making a real impact in cardiac and stroke care. Apply today to start your next travel nursing adventure!

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