Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Stepdown Cardiac position requiring SD/PCU telemetry experience and an OH or compact RN license.

• Stepdown Cardiac unit providing care for heart failure, chest pain rule out, NSTEMI, post-procedure, COPD exacerbation, and drug/ETOH overdose and withdrawal patients
• Targeted patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Night shift, 4x12 hours, 19:00-07:30
• Unit daily average census of 31
• Uses Epic EMR
• Floating required at facility discretion, including to the ED and to other Premier Health campuses within 10-15 miles of Main Campus
• Must be available to work every other weekend and every other holiday
• 13- or 18-week contract available

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• BLS, NIHSS required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1.5-2 years of relevant nursing experience
• SD or PCU experience with 1:5 ratio required; ICU experience does not qualify
• Level 1 or 2 trauma experience preferred
• Must pass an online EKG tele competency assessment prior to starting
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips
• IV start and maintenance skills required
• Competency running IV drips such as heparin, nitroglycerin, amiodarone, Cardizem, and insulin
• Epic charting experience required
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Travel experience preferred

• Care for stepdown cardiac patients including monitoring, titration of cardiac and insulin drips, and management of dysrhythmias
• Will be fitted for N95 prior to working on the HRRU unit unless PAPR is offered or needed
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submittal and will not be negotiated after an offer is made
• Local radius is 50 miles; local candidates are not accepted
• Previous PERM/PRN staff or prior agency travelers not extended due to tenure must wait 6 months before reapplying
• Up to 24 hours of orientation modules required
• Facility reserves the right to cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week contract due to low census

American Traveler Job  #P-780179. 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.