Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,394 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Yuma, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Yuma, Arizona

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Yuma, Arizona (zip code 85364). Join a leading healthcare team in a state-of-the-art acute care hospital, providing specialized cardiac and intermediate care to patients in a progressive care unit (PCU) stepdown setting. Yuma offers year-round sunshine, vibrant community life, and beautiful desert landscapes—making it a top destination for Arizona nursing jobs.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Yuma, Arizona (zip 85364)

Healthcare Setting : PCU Cardiac / Intermediate Care – Stepdown Unit

Contract Type : Travel Nursing Assignment

Start Date : December 1, 2025

End Date : March 2, 2026

Assignment Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : 12-hour nights (18 : 45 – 07 : 15)

Guaranteed Hours : 36 per week

Weekend Requirement : 4 weekend days per month

Holiday Requirement : 3 out of 5 holidays

Dress Code : Navy Blue scrubs

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1990 - $2130

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license in Arizona or compact state (required for Arizona healthcare jobs)

Minimum 1 year of recent experience in PCU, Stepdown, or Telemetry nursing

Previous travel nursing assignment completed (no first-time travelers)

Required certifications : BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (AHA or APEX)

Proficient in titrating cardiac drips (amiodarone, cardizem, dobutamine, dopamine, heparin, nitro, insulin)

Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips

Preferred : Experience caring for TAVR and CABG patients

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to cardiac and intermediate care patients, including CHF, NSTEMI, MI, heart block, pacer, TAVR, CABG, and PCU overflow

Monitor, titrate, and manage cardiac drips as ordered

Interpret and respond to telemetry readings for cardiac patients

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including charge nurses, patient care technicians, and respiratory therapists

Float to ICU and medical-surgical units as needed

Document patient care using EPIC electronic health record system

Maintain compliance with hospital protocols and patient safety standards

Discover the unique charm of Yuma, Arizona—renowned for its welcoming healthcare community, outdoor recreation, and proximity to stunning natural attractions. Apply now to join our healthcare team and experience the best in travel nursing jobs in Arizona!

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #430059. 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 GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

learn more.