Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Brattleboro, VT
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,324/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing in Brattleboro, VT. 13-week outpatient cardiology assignment; weekdays only, no weekends or on-call. Ideal for Cardiology RNs, Stepdown nurses, and travel nurses with CIED/device experience.
Quick Job Summary
- Title: Cardiac Stepdown RN / Cardiology RN (Travel)
- Location: Brattleboro, Vermont (05301) — Vermont nursing jobs / Brattleboro healthcare jobs
- Setting: Outpatient Cardiology / Cardiac Stepdown / Cardiac Device Clinic
- Assignment: Travel nursing, 13 weeks (04/20/2026 – 07/20/2026)
- Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hrs/week), no weekends, no on-call
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,070 – $2,180
Why Join This Cardiology Team
Join a leading cardiovascular center in Brattleboro, VT, providing high-quality outpatient cardiology and stepdown care. This travel nursing opportunity is perfect for Cardiac Stepdown RNs and Cardiology RNs who specialize in telemetry, remote device monitoring, and cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) including pacemakers, ICDs, and CRTs.
Key Responsibilities (Cardiac Stepdown / Cardiology RN)
- Provide comprehensive nursing care in a high-volume cardiology clinic, including cardiovascular assessments and triage for acute and chronic cardiac conditions.
- Manage patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs): pacemakers, ICDs, CRTs—perform in-clinic and remote device interrogations.
- Evaluate device status: battery life, lead integrity, and arrhythmia events; document findings and escalate per clinic protocols.
- Collaborate with cardiologists and electrophysiology teams to optimize device programming and patient care plans.
- Assist with pre- and post-procedure care for device implantation: patient prep, wound assessment, complication monitoring, and discharge education.
- Administer and manage cardiac medications, monitor effects, and educate patients on adherence and side effects.
- Deliver patient and family education on cardiovascular disease management, device function, activity restrictions, and lifestyle modifications.
- Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, telemetry standards, safety policies, and regulatory requirements in both in-person and remote monitoring workflows.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Active Vermont RN license or Compact RN license required (Vermont nursing license)
- Minimum 1 year recent RN experience in a cardiac or stepdown setting; 3+ years outpatient cardiology experience strongly preferred
- Experience with device management and remote monitoring (pacemaker, ICD, CRT) highly preferred
- Acute care experience and telemetry experience highly preferred
- Travel nursing experience preferred (travel nurse / travel RN)
- Active American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required; ACLS preferred where applicable
- Resume with detailed departmental experience required
- Recent cardiac skills checklist (within the past year) required
- Two supervisory references from the last two years of employment required
What Makes This Role a Great Fit
- Focused outpatient schedule (weekdays only) ideal for work-life balance
- Hands-on cardiac device clinic experience and exposure to remote monitoring technology
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated cardiovascular care team in Brattleboro, VT—a welcoming New England community known for its vibrant arts scene, lively downtown, and abundant outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking, biking, and kayaking in the scenic Connecticut River Valley, and experience the town's friendly atmosphere and rich cultural offerings.
Apply now to join our cardiovascular team in Brattleboro, VT. Submit your resume, cardiac skills checklist, and supervisory references to be considered for this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment. Join our healthcare team today!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. 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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About Brattleboro, VT
As a travel nurse in Brattleboro, VT here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages are generally in line with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80°F and lows of 55°F.
- Average winter highs of 30°F and lows of 10°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to the town's size.
- Car friendliness is high, as the town is not very large.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The town has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- Brattleboro has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and scenic location.
- Plenty of independent merchants, live music venues, local theater, and the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
- Outdoor activities include swimming, canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing, ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
- Don't miss the Brattleboro Farmers' Market and signature annual events like the Winter Carnival and the Strolling of the Heifers.
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