Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Springfield, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,117/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Experienced Registered Nurse needed for a travel RN opportunity in Springfield, Illinois on a high-acuity cardiac stepdown unit. Springfield, Illinois (zip 62781) offers a welcoming Midwest atmosphere with historic charm, local dining, and convenient access to parks and cultural attractions—making it an appealing place to live and work during your assignment. Join a fast-paced acute care team, care for adult telemetry patients, and build your Illinois nursing career in a rewarding 13-week healthcare assignment.
Job Details
- Setting: Acute care cardiac stepdown / intermediate care unit
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts
- Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week; every other weekend required
- Weekly Hours: 36
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,890-$1,990
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Charting System: Cerner preferred
- Patient Ratio: 4:1
- Patient Population: Adults
- Location: Springfield, Illinois
Job Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of recent nursing experience required
- Active Illinois RN license required at time of submission
- BLS and NIHSS required
- ACLS preferred
- Travel nursing experience required
- Experience in telemetry, stepdown, PCU, DOU, or IMC strongly preferred
- Comfort managing cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmias, and rapid response situations
- Ability to work every other weekend
- Comfort floating within scope to meet facility needs
- Cerner experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality bedside care to cardiac stepdown and intermediate care patients
- Monitor telemetry, interpret rhythm changes, and respond appropriately to cardiac events
- Care for patients with complex cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and post-operative needs
- Administer medications and manage therapies such as cardiac drips, vasoactive drips, heparin protocols, and procedural sedation support as ordered and within scope
- Perform and support advanced nursing care including IV therapy, central line care, phlebotomy, feeding tube care, and wound management
- Manage patients requiring respiratory support such as BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, tracheostomy care, and ventilator support
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, rapid response, and other support services
- Deliver safe, compassionate patient care while maintaining strong communication with the care team
Apply now for this travel registered nurse job in Springfield, Illinois and join a supportive acute care 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Springfield, IL
As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Springfield, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Springfield, IL is 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.
- In summer, the average high temperature is around 86°F, while the average low is around 65°F.
- In winter, the average high temperature is around 36°F, and the average low is around 19°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Springfield, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options exist for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Springfield, IL is relatively car-friendly, with manageable traffic and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Springfield, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the capital city status.
- Springfield, IL offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby recreational areas.
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