Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Rock Island, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Cardiac Stepdown Unit position in Illinois, requiring active IL and IA RN licenses and a minimum of 2 years of cardiac stepdown experience.

• Progressive Care/Cardiac Stepdown Unit in a hospital setting
• Day shift patient ratio is 1:4-5; night shift patient ratio is 1:5-1:6
• Charge nurses consider each nurse's level of cardiac experience when making assignments
• Both day and night shifts are available
• Epic EMR experience is required

• Active IL RN license required; an active IA RN license is also required — if the IA license is not yet active, proof of application for an IA single-state or compact RN license must be provided during the compliance process
• Minimum 2 years of current Cardiac Stepdown/Progressive Care experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA or ARC required (pending certifications will not be accepted)
• Epic EMR experience required
• A supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travelers who were employed by the facility within the 12 months prior to the contract start date may not be eligible for this position
• Holiday coverage is required: travelers must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's)
• Time-off requests during the Thanksgiving and winter holiday windows are limited to 1 day per period, regardless of holidays worked

American Traveler Job  #P-737227. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.