Travel Stepdown Cardiac RN

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Cardiac Stepdown/Telemetry position requiring 2 years of experience and active CA RN license, ACLS, and BLS certifications.

• Stepdown Cardiac unit setting focused on telemetry monitoring and cardiac care
• Cardiac monitoring with dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Care for patients with pacemakers, post cardiac angiogram, post MI, pre/post cardiac cath, TR band, and TAVR procedures
• Management of cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration)
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA not accepted)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required in-hand
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Minimum one year of experience in an acute care setting required
• At least one year of full-time equivalent experience in the specialty area within the past two years required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• EPIC EMR experience required and must be reflected in work history
• Two supervisor references required

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
• Perform professional nursing duties incorporating age-appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, and advocacy for patients and families
• Evaluate patient outcomes and discharge readiness, revising care plans or making referrals as needed
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
• Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for a minimum of one year to return as a traveler
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract highly preferred, with no RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-775939. 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.