Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Job – Houston, TX

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Houston, TX (77004). Join a leading healthcare team in one of Texas's top hospitals, providing expert cardiac care while enjoying Houston's vibrant culture and amenities. Apply now for this high-demand nursing job in Houston!

• Location: Houston, TX 77004 (Texas healthcare jobs)
• Unit: Cardiac Stepdown / Operating Room (South Tower, 2nd Floor)
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Start Date: December 29, 2025
• End Date: March 30, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per Week: 40
• Shift: 10 Hour Days (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,860 - $2,000
• On-Site Position
• Scrubs Provided by Hospital

• Active RN license (Texas or compact state preferred)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care experience in Cardiac Stepdown or Operating Room
• 2 years of OR Circulating experience in an acute care hospital strongly preferred
• Experience with General Surgery, ENT, Uro/Gyn, Ortho, Robotics, and CVOR highly desirable
• CNOR certification and 5+ years of RN experience preferred
• Ability to float to Preop Holding as needed
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Compliance with hospital dress code (no artificial nails, dips, gels, etc.)

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in Cardiac Stepdown and Operating Room units
• Circulate in a variety of surgical procedures: robotics, Gyn, General Surgery, ENT, Colorectal, Vascular, and Urology
• Maintain a 1:1 patient ratio for optimal patient care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including RNs and Surgical Technologists
• Participate in daily huddles and ensure timely response for on-call shifts
• Float to Preop Holding as required
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, including participation in on-call rotations (weekdays and weekends)

Join our Houston healthcare team today as a Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN! Apply now to take the next step in your nursing career.

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With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit.

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GHR Healthcare Job . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Cardiac Stepdown

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