Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN - $2,210 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:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jul 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a Cardiac Stepdown unit requiring at least 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown experience and MO or compact RN licensure.

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

• Active RN license eligible for licensure in Missouri or currently licensed in Missouri (Standard or Compact)
• 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

• Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups
• Coordinate patient care activities with other departments to optimize outcomes and comfort
• Maintain professional accountability and evaluate care provided by other direct caregivers
• Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1, with no declinations accepted
• Scrub color is all black with Mercy logo on top; hoodies, non-logo jackets, t-shirts, open-toed shoes, earbuds, and fake nails are not permitted
• RTO of up to 5 days allowed but must be made up during the assignment
• Only one holiday RTO request permitted per assignment
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position
• Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a reduced bill rate
• Local candidates who complete 3 consecutive 13-week contracts at this facility must separate for at least 1 year or transition to a facility outside the 50-mile radius

American Traveler Job  #P-734654. 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.