Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Plattsburgh, NY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,646/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,646/week

Description

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Plattsburgh, New York

Travel RN opportunity in Plattsburgh, NY for a Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care Registered Nurse with strong telemetry experience, ACLS, and EPIC proficiency. Join a supportive acute care team and provide high-acuity nursing care to adult patients with complex cardiac and medical needs.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care / Telemetry
  • Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Setting: Acute inpatient progressive care telemetry unit
  • Location: Plattsburgh, New York
  • Shift: 12-hour nights
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
  • Assignment Length: 4 weeks
  • Start Date: August 13, 2026
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or as needed by unit coverage
  • Floating: Required to support appropriate units as part of the resource float team
  • Charting: Recent EPIC experience within the last 2 years required
  • Patient Population: Adult cardiac and progressive care patients requiring close monitoring

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience required
  • Minimum of 1 year of telemetry or cardiac stepdown RN experience required
  • Current Registered Nurse license in hand at time of submission
  • AHA BLS required
  • AHA ACLS required
  • NIHSS required prior to start
  • Recent EPIC experience required within the past 2 years
  • Strong comfort with cardiac monitoring, progressive care workflows, and acute care nursing
  • Ability to work night shifts, weekends, and float as needed
  • Reliable transportation recommended for this Plattsburgh, NY location

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients with cardiac and medical complexity
  • Monitor telemetry and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
  • Administer and titrate cardiac drips, insulin drips, and other ordered infusions per protocol
  • Initiate IVs, perform venipuncture, and support post-cardiac catheterization care
  • Care for patients with acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, arrhythmias, and hemodynamic instability
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered care
  • Support stepdown and resource float team needs based on unit census and patient acuity
  • Maintain accurate documentation and follow facility protocols and standards of practice

Location Highlights

  • Located in Plattsburgh, New York, a scenic North Country community known for its welcoming atmosphere and access to the outdoors
  • Enjoy the beauty of the Lake Champlain region with nearby mountain views, waterfront recreation, and four-season activities
  • A great opportunity for nurses seeking New York nursing jobs in a quieter setting with easy access to nature and regional conveniences

Apply now for this Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN job in Plattsburgh, New York, and join a healthcare team focused on exceptional patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #507387. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Cardiac Stepdown

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Plattsburgh, NY

As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Plattsburgh, NY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Plattsburgh, NY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Plattsburgh experiences cold winters with average lows around 10°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
  • Be prepared for significant snowfall during the winter months.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Plattsburgh.
  • They can be relatively easy to find, especially during the off-peak tourist season.
Transportation
  • Plattsburgh is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Plattsburgh has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing weather.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Plattsburgh offers a variety of restaurants, especially seafood due to its proximity to Lake Champlain.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and music venues.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and other water activities in the nearby Adirondack Mountains.
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