Travel Cardiac Step-Down RN - $2,282 per week

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:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  24 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 24 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position requiring at least 1 year of cardiac stepdown experience and a Missouri or compact RN license

• Work on a 32-bed Cardiac Medical Intermediate (Stepdown) unit within a hospital setting
• Care for post-op CABG/Valve, thoracotomy, respiratory failure, and chest pain patients
• Patient ratios of 1:3-1:4
• Uses chest tubes, temporary pacemakers, and BiPAP equipment
• Utilizes EPIC EMR
• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
• Night shift staff orient on day shift and must be available the entire orientation week

• Active RN license eligible for or currently held in the state of Missouri (Compact accepted)
• Current BLS and ACLS certification from AHA required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Cardiac Stepdown experience required
• No gaps in employment exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months
• Must be a team player who promotes a positive unit culture

• Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation across all age groups
• Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes and comfort
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with facility standards
• Flu vaccination or facility-approved exemption required November 1-April 1, with no declinations accepted
• Scrub color is all black with facility logo on top; hoodies, non-logo jackets, t-shirts, open-toed shoes, earbuds, and fake nails are not permitted
• RTO of 5 days or less allowed, but must be made up during the assignment
• Only 1 holiday RTO request allowed per assignment
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced bill rate for those residing within 50 miles of the facility
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-725996. 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.