Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,081 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 12 / 17 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – 13-Week Travel Nursing Assignment in Tupelo, Mississippi

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Tupelo, MS! Join a leading healthcare team at a Level 2 trauma hospital, providing specialized cardiac care in a collaborative and supportive environment. Tupelo offers a vibrant community, rich music history, and scenic parks—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking rewarding healthcare jobs in Mississippi.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Tupelo, MS 38801 (Mississippi nursing jobs)

Assignment Length : 13-week travel contract

Start Date : December 3, 2025 (or December 17, 2025)

Shift : 12-hour night shifts (7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM)

Hours per Week : 36

Unit : Cardiac Stepdown (16 beds)

Scheduling : 3-1-3 or 6 on / 8 off schedule provided at contract start

Floating : Required to other stepdown units within the hospital as needed

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780 - $1910

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license in Mississippi

Minimum 1 year of recent experience in cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or acute care nursing

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification

NIH Stroke Scale certification

Ability to pass Basic and Advanced Dysrhythmia (rhythm strip) tests with a score of 80% or higher

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as scheduled (must be available for Christmas Eve or Day and New Year's Eve or Day)

Willingness to float to other stepdown or telemetry units as needed

Compliance documentation due 7 days before start date

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown patients

Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in cardiac patient conditions

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans

Accurately document patient care in Epic EMR system

Float to other stepdown or telemetry units as required

Maintain flexibility with scheduling and demonstrate commitment to travel nursing assignment

Participate in required orientation and ongoing clinical training

Discover the charm of Tupelo, Mississippi, while making a difference in cardiac patients' lives. Apply now to join our healthcare team and grow your nursing career with this exceptional travel RN opportunity!

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 #432063. 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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