Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $3,264 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 16 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Kansas City, KS

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) on a travel assignment in Kansas City, KS 66160. This high-demand nursing job places you in a top-rated Level 1 trauma center, where you'll deliver expert cardiac care and gain valuable experience in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join our healthcare team and enjoy the vibrant culture, diverse dining, and thriving arts scene that Kansas City offers.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Kansas City, KS 66160 (Kansas nursing jobs)

Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit : Cardiac Stepdown (CVOR) – Cardiovascular Operating Room

Start Date : November 2, 2025

End Date : February 1, 2026

Duration : 13-week contract

Hours per Week : 40 hours

Shift : 10-hour day shifts (may include 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts; flexible schedule)

Weekend Requirements : Rotating weekends as needed

On-Call Requirements : Approximately 1 weekend per month

Holiday Requirements : Required

Estimated Weekly Salary : $2800 - $3000

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Kansas RN license (Registered Nurse)

Minimum 2 years of recent CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) experience in a Level 1 trauma center

Strong recent scrub and circulating experience in cardiac surgeries

Current BLS certification (Basic Life Support)

Nicotine-free facility policy compliance

Willingness to float to Bell OR, Cambridge OR, and SPD as needed

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown patients in a fast-paced clinical setting

Scrub and circulate during cardiac surgeries, ensuring patient safety and supporting the surgical team

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes

Participate in on-call rotations, including weekends and holidays as scheduled

Float to other operating rooms and departments as required

Maintain compliance with hospital and healthcare facility policies, including nicotine-free requirements

Experience the best of Kansas City healthcare while making a difference in cardiac patient care. Apply now to join our dedicated nursing team and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

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 #421289. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Cardiac Stepdown

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

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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