Travel Stepdown Cardiac RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Arlington, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown Cardiac position requiring telemetry and chest tube management expertise with an active VA or compact RN license required.

• Work in a Cardiovascular Stepdown/Telemetry unit caring for cardiac surgery patients post-ICU
• Patient population includes CVSD, dysrhythmia, and post-cardiac surgery/cath patients
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• 3x12-hour day shifts from 7:00 to 19:00
• Every other weekend required
• On-call may be required for some areas such as OT, IR, and Cath Lab with a 30-mile/30-minute response requirement
• Floating required in rotation with staff per facility policy
• Uses Epic EMR with required Clin Doc training (accelerated or 2-day course based on experience)

• Active VA or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Experience managing chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur Evac) and dysrhythmias required
• Telemetry and CVSD patient care experience required
• Community Hospital and Trauma Level II experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Experience with respiratory care, IV therapy, central/PICC line management, and cardiac drip management

• Provide stepdown cardiac nursing care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and post-surgical cardiac care
• Participate in rapid response/code team activities as needed
• Flu vaccination required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31) unless an approved exemption is granted
• Facility is smoke/nicotine free
• Previous VHC staff members must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• RTO requests should be minimized and submitted upfront, with approval at manager discretion
• Holiday coverage expected during the assignment
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-771320. 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:
Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.