Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Stepdown RN for a night shift position requiring Epic EMR experience and a SC or compact RN license.

• Stepdown Cardiac unit in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• 48 or 36 hours per week schedules accepted
• Floating to other units or campuses may be required based on census needs, limited to units where competency has been demonstrated

• Active SC or compact RN license required
• Current ACLS and BLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a stepdown cardiac unit
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Medication and arrhythmia exam required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care

• Provide cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response including rapid response/code team activation
• Care for patients with post-MI status and those undergoing pre/post cardiac catheterization
• Manage cardiac drip titration and heparin protocols
• Perform chest tube management, tracheostomy care, and neurological/CVA patient care
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Orientation held weekly on Mondays with annual compliance training
• Pre-assignment testing and training modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
• Night shift travelers in this specialty must reside 50+ miles from the contracted campus to be eligible

American Traveler Job  #P-764268. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.