Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Charleston, South Carolina (zip code 29407). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern observation unit within a surgery center, providing exceptional clinical care to a diverse patient population. Charleston is celebrated for its historic charm, vibrant culture, and coastal beauty—making it a top destination for travel nursing jobs in South Carolina.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Job Title: Cardiac Stepdown RN – Travel Nurse
• Assignment Type: Travel RN – Cardiac Stepdown/Observation Unit
• Location: Charleston, SC 29407 (South Carolina nursing jobs)
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Monday–Thursday)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekends & Holidays: No weekends or holidays required
• On-Call: Not required
• Floating: May float to other observation units or be called off if census is low
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,420 - $1,530 per week

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active South Carolina or Multi-State/Compact RN license (must be active prior to start)
• At least 2 years of recent RN experience in cardiac stepdown, observation, or pre/post-operative units.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Strong clinical skills in airway assessment, conscious sedation, IV initiation/maintenance, medication reconciliation, phlebotomy, and lab value interpretation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment
• First-time travel nurses are encouraged to apply

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in a six-bay, 23-hour observation unit (PACU) within a surgery center
• Care for patients undergoing orthopedic, interventional radiology, and GI procedures
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and operating room nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Monitor patient status, administer medications, and perform necessary clinical interventions
• Accurately document patient care and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient care planning
• Maintain a safe, secure environment for patients and staff (overnight building security provided)
• Adapt to staffing models as needed (typically two RNs and one PCT per shift)

Why Choose Charleston, SC? Experience your travel nursing assignment in Charleston, a city renowned for its picturesque waterfronts, world-class dining, and welcoming healthcare community. Enjoy the perfect blend of history, culture, and modern amenities while advancing your nursing career in South Carolina.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Cardiac Stepdown RN in Charleston, SC, and take the next step in your travel nursing journey!

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