Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Springfield, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Cardiac Stepdown RN (Travel) in Springfield, IL — 13-week contract at a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center; Illinois RN license, telemetry and Cerner experience preferred.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,000 - $2,100 (Competitive travel nursing pay)
• Location: Springfield, Illinois (62781) — Located in the heart of Illinois, Springfield offers a vibrant community, rich historical significance as the home of Abraham Lincoln, and a welcoming atmosphere with excellent quality of life for healthcare professionals. Enjoy beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and a thriving downtown during your assignment.
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 - 07:15), 3 shifts per week (option for 4x12s)
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital – Level I Trauma Center – Magnet Facility (high-quality cardiac care)
• Charting: Cerner (experience preferred)

Minimum Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent Cardiac Stepdown, IMC, PCU, telemetry or related experience
• Active Illinois RN license (required at submission) — travel RN candidates in Illinois encouraged to apply
• BLS and NIHSS required; ACLS preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Experience with telemetry, neuro stepdown, and cardiac monitoring
• Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must be able to care for ventilated patients and manage tracheostomies
• Strong skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, wound care, wound vac management, and rapid response
• Availability to work 2 out of 3 major holidays during contract

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to adult patients in a Cardiac Stepdown/IMC/PCU unit
• Interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias and continuous telemetry monitoring
• Care for post-cardiac angiogram, MI, cardiac cath, and post-operative cardiac surgery patients
• Manage feeding tubes, ventilators, tracheostomies, and other respiratory support devices
• Administer blood products, cardiac and vasoactive drips, and assist with procedural sedation
• Perform wound care, wound vac management, and isolation precautions following facility protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including PT, RT, pharmacy, case management and social services
• Float to other units as needed to support patient care and unit staffing
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Cerner and ensure compliance with hospital standards

Why Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity

• Work at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center with advanced cardiac resources
• Gain valuable Cardiac Stepdown/telemetry travel nursing experience in Springfield, Illinois
• Consistent 12-hour night schedule with clear patient ratios and expectations

Apply now to join this dedicated healthcare team in Springfield, IL. Join our healthcare team today and advance your career as a Cardiac Stepdown Travel RN — submit your resume and active Illinois RN license to be considered.

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