Travel Cardiac -Down 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
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Cardiac Stepdown RN with 2+ years of experience and SC or compact RN license for a 13-week acute care hospital assignment.

• Stepdown Cardiac unit within an acute care hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Day shift, 3x12 hours (7a-7p) with rotating weekends
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• No on-call requirements
• May float between Downtown and Northeast campuses based on census or staffing needs, adjusting to the ratio of the floated unit
• Uses Epic EMR
• Cares for pre/post cardiac cath patients requiring telemetry monitoring

• Active SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required; pending licenses considered but must be active prior to start
• AHA-issued BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• IV start and telemetry skills required
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, and maintaining IVs
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and heparin protocols
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and respiratory care including nasal cannula and oxygen administration
• Social Security Number required for consideration

• Provide direct care for cardiac stepdown/PCU patients including neurological and CVA cases
• Complete pre-start training modules averaging 4 hours prior to starting the assignment
• Royal blue scrub color required
• Local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis within a 60-mile radius
• Previous MUSC perm or PRN staff must be separated from the system for 1 year before returning as a traveler
• All requested time off must be submitted for facility approval prior to offer confirmation
• First-time travelers will be considered, though candidates with prior travel experience are preferred
• During hurricane season (June through November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response duties

American Traveler Job  #P-764921. 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.