Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Kalamazoo, MI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,117/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/12/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,117/week

Description

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Assignment in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Seeking a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse for a travel nursing assignment in Kalamazoo, MI. Join a collaborative intermediate care team in a 22-bed stepdown unit while enjoying a rewarding West Michigan travel RN opportunity with great amenities, parks, dining, and local attractions nearby.

Job Details

  • Location: Kalamazoo, MI 49048
  • Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse / Travel RN
  • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care / Telemetry Nursing
  • Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
  • Weekly Hours: 36
  • Duration: 11 weeks
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,890 - $1,990
  • Patient Ratio: 1:4
  • Unit Size: 22-bed stepdown unit
  • Schedule Notes: Every other weekend and every other holiday; flexibility to float to like units as needed
  • Charting System: Cerner PowerChart

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license
  • Minimum of 2 years of stepdown, telemetry, or ICU nursing experience
  • ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
  • CPI preferred
  • Experience caring for adult and geriatric patients
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced intermediate care environment
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
  • Ability to float to like units when needed
  • First-time travelers will be considered

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to cardiac stepdown patients with complex medical needs
  • Monitor telemetry, assess patient status, and respond promptly to changes in condition
  • Administer medications and manage IV therapies according to unit protocols
  • Support patients recovering from CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, DKA, stroke, and post-surgical conditions
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams
  • Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Cerner PowerChart
  • Assist with patient flow and float to like units based on staffing and census needs
  • Maintain a professional, team-oriented approach while promoting excellent patient outcomes

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan and join a healthcare team committed to quality 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 #519933. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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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About Kalamazoo, MI

As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Kalamazoo, MI here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Kalamazoo 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.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs range from 80-85°F, while winter sees average lows of 17-22°F.
  • Be prepared for warm summers and cold winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Kalamazoo and can be found with relative ease.
  • Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Kalamazoo is car-friendly, with easy navigation and parking.
  • Public transportation options include Metro Transit buses, providing convenient travel within the city.
Demographics
  • Kalamazoo is diverse, with a mix of age ranges due to the presence of universities.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
  • The city hosts a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and educational institutions.
Things to Do
  • Kalamazoo offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich art culture with the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, live music venues, and sports activities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Kal-Haven Trail and enjoy recreational activities along Lake Michigan's shore.
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