Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,860 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Leonardtown, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Leonardtown, Maryland

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Leonardtown, MD (Zip : 20650). This Maryland nursing job offers the opportunity to work in intermediate cardiac care at a supportive community hospital, surrounded by scenic waterfront views and vibrant local culture. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in cardiac stepdown patient care.

Travel RN Job Details

Location : Leonardtown, Maryland (Zip : 20650) – Maryland healthcare jobs

Assignment Length : 13 weeks

Start Date : December 15, 2025

End Date : March 16, 2026

Setting : Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care (IMC)

Shift : 12-hour day shifts (07 : 00 - 19 : 00), 3 shifts per week

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1,590 - $1,710

Patient Ratio : 1 : 4-6

Scrubs : Caribbean blue (not provided)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent experience in IMC / Cardiac Stepdown nursing jobs

Previous Charge Nurse experience required

Active RN license (Maryland or compact state)

Certifications : ACLS and BLS (required)

Clinical skills : chest tubes, PCA infusions, bedside monitoring, non-titratable drips, IV infusions

Ability to manage a patient ratio of 1 : 4-6

Two supervisor references required

Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)

Community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I / II experience preferred

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients with cardiac, respiratory, and complex medical diagnoses, including CHF, diabetes, COPD / asthma, sepsis, pneumothorax, ESRD / dialysis, hypertension / hypotension, ETOH withdrawal, and post-surgical cases

Perform and manage central line care, chest tubes (Emerson / PleurEvac), feeding tube care, heparin protocols, high flow nasal cannula, and cardiac monitoring

Interpret dysrhythmias and manage cardiac drips (non-titratable)

Start and maintain IVs, administer oxygen therapies, and provide pre / post hemodialysis management

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and social services

Participate in weekend coverage as directed by unit operational needs

Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient safety standards

Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career with this Cardiac Stepdown RN job in Leonardtown, Maryland!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #432145. 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 : Cardiac Stepdown

About Planet Healthcare

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Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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