Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $3,080 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Galesburg, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Galesburg, Illinois

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) with this travel assignment in Galesburg, IL. Join our acute care cardiac team for a 13-week contract and experience the welcoming community of Galesburg—known for its beautiful parks, historic sites, and vibrant local culture. This Illinois nursing job offers a balanced schedule with no weekends or holidays, perfect for healthcare professionals seeking work-life balance.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

Location : Galesburg, Illinois 61401

Healthcare Setting : Acute Care – Cardiac Stepdown Unit

Assignment Length : 13 weeks (Start : 12 / 8 / 2025 – End : 3 / 9 / 2026)

Nursing Shift : 8-hour days, Monday–Friday, 6 : 30am–3 : 00pm (No weekends or holidays)

Guaranteed Hours : 40 hours per week

Estimated Weekly Salary : $2,560–$2,750

Charting System : EpicCare Inpatient – EMR 2014 Certified EHR Suite

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois or compact state

BLS certification (AHA required)

Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown or cardiovascular intensive care experience

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide 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

Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR system

Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes

Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, procedures, and recovery plans

Take the next step in your nursing career with this travel nursing job in Illinois. Join our dedicated cardiac care team in Galesburg and make a difference in patient lives while enjoying a supportive work environment. Apply now to secure your spot on our healthcare team!

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 - Travel Division Job ID #432971. 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 GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

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

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

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

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

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