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 Baltimore, Maryland.

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

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

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Baltimore, MD 21215. Join a dynamic ICU Stepdown team in a 36-bed intermediate care unit, providing expert care to cardiac, trauma, stroke, and medical-surgical patients. This Baltimore nursing job offers the chance to work in a city renowned for its rich history, waterfront attractions, and vibrant culture.

Travel Nurse Job Details

Location : Baltimore, Maryland 21215 (Maryland nursing jobs)

Unit : ICU Stepdown (IMC) – 36 beds

Assignment Length : 14 weeks (Start : 11 / 24 / 2025 – End : 3 / 2 / 2026)

Shift : Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19 : 00 – 07 : 30)

Weekly Hours : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780-$1910

Employment Type : Travel RN

Weekend Requirement : Every other weekend

Patient Ratio : 1 : 4

Charting System : Cerner

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Maryland or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license

Minimum 2 years of recent Intermediate Care (IMC) or Stepdown RN experience (ICU RN experience of at least 1 year may be considered)

Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, TCAR, 16-hour Maryland Trauma Certificate

Experience with Cerner EMR preferred

Trauma Level II RN experience required; Trauma Level I preferred

Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Ability to float to other stepdown units, including Emergency Department (ED)

Professional references required

Travel Nurse Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a busy cardiac stepdown unit

Manage patients with cardiac, trauma, stroke, medical, and surgical diagnoses : sepsis, pneumonia, atrial fibrillation, ESRD, GI bleed, DKA, neuro, ETOH withdrawal, sickle cell, TB, hypertensive crisis

Perform advanced clinical skills : arterial line management, cardiac telemetry, ventilator care, central line and chest tube management, rapid response / code team participation, wound care

Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, insulin protocols, and blood products

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams : physical therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, social services

Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR

Participate in ongoing trauma and stroke continuing education (8 hours each annually)

Float to other units as needed within RN scope

Discover top Baltimore healthcare jobs and make a difference in a high-acuity, supportive environment. Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance 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 #427255. 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

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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