Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Plattsburgh, NY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,772/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a fast-paced cardiac stepdown and progressive care team in Plattsburgh, New York. This travel RN opportunity is ideal for experienced telemetry nurses who want to support adult cardiac patients in a monitored stepdown setting while working with an interdisciplinary healthcare team in scenic North Country.
Job Details
- Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care Telemetry
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Location: Plattsburgh, NY 12901
- Start Date: 8/27/2026
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,470 - $2,600
- Floating: Required; may be assigned to appropriate units as needed
- Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend or as needed to support unit needs
- Documentation: Epic experience within the last 2 years is required
Job Requirements
- Active New York RN license required at time of submission
- Minimum of 1 year of telemetry nursing or progressive care experience required
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIHSS certification required prior to start
- Recent Epic experience within the last 2 years required
- Strong background in cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and advanced patient assessment
- Reliable transportation strongly recommended for this location
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care for adult patients with complex cardiac and progressive care needs
- Monitor and manage telemetry patients with conditions such as ACS, heart failure, post-cardiac cath, and hemodynamic instability
- Administer and titrate cardiac drips, insulin drips, and other monitored infusions per protocol
- Perform IV starts, EKGs, and post-cardiac catheterization care
- Assess patients frequently and respond to changes in condition with clinical judgment and urgency
- Collaborate with the care team to support safe, coordinated patient outcomes
- Float to appropriate units when needed and serve as a dependable member of the healthcare team
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow unit standards, safety practices, and telemetry protocols
Why This Travel Nursing Opportunity?
- Work in a supportive cardiac stepdown and progressive care environment
- Gain valuable experience in a New York travel nurse assignment
- Enjoy the scenic Plattsburgh, NY area with access to Lake Champlain and outdoor recreation
- Join a healthcare team focused on quality patient care and clinical excellence
Apply now to take the next step in your travel nursing career and join this Cardiac Stepdown RN opportunity in Plattsburgh, New York.
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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Plattsburgh, NY
As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Plattsburgh, NY here's what you should know:- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Plattsburgh is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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