Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/03/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

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

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Cardiac Medical Intermediate (Stepdown) position in St. Louis, MO, requiring at least 1 year of cardiac stepdown experience and an active MO or compact RN license.

• Night shift position, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 36 or 48 hours per week
• 16-week assignment
• Inpatient cardiac medical intermediate (stepdown) unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes post-op CABG/valve, thoracotomies, respiratory failure, and chest pain
• Patient ratio of 1:3 to 1:4 on a 32-bed unit
• Equipment used includes chest tubes, temporary pacemakers, and BiPAPs
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit

• Active RN license in Missouri or a compact license eligible for Missouri endorsement
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient cardiac stepdown experience required
• No employment gaps of 90 or more days within the past 12 months

• Performs direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation across all age groups
• Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes
• Role is within a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center
• Night shift orientation is conducted on day shift; candidate must be available the entire orientation week
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be approved but must be made up during the assignment; only 1 holiday RTO request allowed per assignment
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced bill rate
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before a 1-year separation or transfer outside the radius is required
• Flu vaccination (or a Mercy-approved exemption) is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
• Scrub color required: all black with a Mercy logo on the top
• Unacceptable attire includes hoodies, non-Mercy logo jackets, t-shirts, open-toed shoes, earbuds, and fake nails

American Traveler Job  #P-737064. 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
- Stepdown

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.