Cardiac Stepdown RN
Bowling Green, KY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,090/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Stepdown Cardiac
Job Overview
- Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Specialty: Registered Nurse, Advanced Heart Care / Cardiac Stepdown
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12 or 4x12 available
- Hours: 19:00–07:00
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Call Requirement: No
- Patient Ratio: 1:4–5
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Kentucky
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
- 1 year of experience in Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- One completed travel assignment
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Stroke experience
Additional Job Details
- Meditech experience preferred
- Must be able to work 2 of 3 holidays
- Local candidates are accepted within a 65-mile radius
- Must stay within 30 minutes of the facility in case of emergency
- Travel pairs are not accepted
Clinical Competencies
- Stroke signs and symptoms competency
- Bedside dysphagia screening competency
- Familiarity with current stroke guidelines and performance measures for acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
Compliance Notes
- References: 2 clinical references required
- Background check and health screening documentation are required before start
- Photo badge submission is required before start
Employer
Host Healthcare
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During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Bowling Green, KY
As a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Bowling Green, KY here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and lows of 68°F.
- Average winter highs of 45°F and lows of 26°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Western Kentucky University.
- Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- Bowling Green has a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and the university.
- Plenty of restaurants, retail shops, and eateries in the downtown area.
- The city offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and visiting nearby national parks.
- There are also cultural attractions like the National Corvette Museum and motorsports park.
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