Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,769 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Amarillo, TX

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) position in Amarillo, Texas (zip code 79106). This 13-week travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art intermediate care unit, caring for both med / surg and cardiac stepdown patients. Amarillo is a top destination for Texas nursing jobs, known for its welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and stunning sunsets—making it ideal for travel healthcare professionals seeking professional growth and a vibrant lifestyle.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

Location : Amarillo, TX 79106 (Texas healthcare jobs)

Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse Contract

Unit : Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care (6C)

Start Date : November 10, 2025

End Date : February 9, 2026

Contract Length : 13 weeks

Shift : Night Shift, 12-hour shifts (19 : 00 - 07 : 30)

Hours per Week : 36 or 48 (3x12 or 4x12 hour night shifts available)

Estimated Weekly Pay : $1620 - $1660

Patient Ratios : 1 : 4 to 1 : 6

Unit Size : 24 beds

Orientation : 24 hours onsite

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience in cardiac stepdown, intermediate care, or med / surg settings

Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state (Texas RN jobs)

Current certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (American Heart Association preferred)

Recent Epic EMR experience (within the last 6 months) required

Clinical skills : telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, rapid response / code team participation, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, cardiac drip management (no titration), oxygen therapy, and non-invasive airway management

Must reside at least 50 miles from Amarillo, TX (no local candidates)

Willingness to float to units of equal or lower acuity as needed

Availability to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if required

Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients in a cardiac stepdown / intermediate care environment

Monitor and manage cardiac and med / surg patients, including telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation

Administer medications, blood products, and manage cardiac drips (no titration)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams such as physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy

Document patient care accurately and efficiently using Epic EMR

Adhere to infection control protocols and isolation precautions

Participate in rapid response and code blue situations as needed

Float to similar or lower acuity units to support patient care as required

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Amarillo, Texas and discover rewarding travel nursing opportunities in the heart of the Lone Star State!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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 #420565. 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

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