Surgical Cardiology Stepdown RN
Sioux Falls, SD
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,520/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a fast-paced cardiac stepdown RN travel nursing team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota—a welcoming Midwest city known for its strong healthcare community, scenic parks, and easy access to outdoor recreation. This 13-week travel nurse assignment offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to medically complex cardiac and cardiopulmonary patients in an acute care setting, with a collaborative team and a schedule built for experienced night-shift Registered Nurses.
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to support a cardiac stepdown unit caring for patients who need close monitoring and advanced nursing support. This role is ideal for an RN who thrives in a dynamic acute care environment, values teamwork, and is confident delivering excellent care during overnight shifts.
Job Details
- Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Medical Cardiopulmonary
- Setting: Acute care stepdown unit
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours per Week: 36
- Shift Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
- Charting System: EPIC
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Openings: 2
- Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- ACLS and BLS certification required
- Cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or intermediate care experience strongly preferred
- IMC skill set preferred
- Comfort working night shifts in a fast-paced acute care environment
- Ability to adapt quickly and provide safe, compassionate patient care
Responsibilities
- Monitor and care for cardiac and cardiopulmonary stepdown patients with varying levels of acuity
- Assess patient status and respond promptly to changes in condition
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards
- Collaborate with the care team to support safe, effective patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC
- Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and families
- Follow unit protocols, safety practices, and infection prevention standards
Apply now to join this rewarding cardiac stepdown travel nurse job in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and make an impact in a high-acuity healthcare setting.
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 Sioux Falls, SD
As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Sioux Falls, SD here's what you should know:- Sioux Falls has a cost of living slightly below the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 7°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Sioux Falls, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Sioux Falls is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Sioux Falls is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Sioux Falls offers a variety of restaurants, from local eateries to popular chains.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking, as well as organized sports leagues.
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