Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,836 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Beaufort, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 10 / 22 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Locum Tenens Travel Nursing Opportunity in Beaufort, South Carolina

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown RN with this locum tenens travel nursing job in Beaufort, SC (zip code 29902). Join a leading healthcare team in a progressive care unit (PCU) within a coastal city renowned for its historic downtown, scenic waterfront, and Southern hospitality. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Registered Nurses seeking cardiac care jobs in South Carolina.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

Position : Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Locum Tenens

Location : Beaufort, SC (29902) – South Carolina nursing jobs

Healthcare Setting : Progressive Care Unit (PCU) – Stepdown

Employment Type : Travel / Contract

Contract Duration : 13 weeks (Start : 10 / 22 / 2025 – End : 1 / 21 / 2026)

Nursing Shifts : Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19 : 00 – 07 : 00)

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $1570 - $1680

Patient Ratio : 4 : 1

Unit Size : 21 beds, daily census of 18

EMR System : Meditech

Weekend Coverage : Required

Floating : Possible to similar or lesser acuity units within the hospital

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac stepdown or PCU nursing experience

Active South Carolina RN license (required at time of submission)

Travel nursing experience required

Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Experience with patient ratios of 4-5 : 1

Preferred : Experience with Meditech EMR

Ability to float to similar or lesser acuity units

Must reside outside a 50-mile radius from facility (locals not accepted)

Clear background and RN licensure required

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the cardiac stepdown unit

Monitor and manage patients with cardiac conditions, including non-titrating drips (Amiodarone, NTG, Cardizem, Lopressor, Cardene), vascular procedures, NSTEMI, post-cardiac cath interventions, and CIWA protocols

Provide care for patients requiring peritoneal dialysis, stable BiPAP, heated high-flow oxygen, and home ventilators

Perform wound care, administer nebulizer treatments, and coordinate with dialysis department for HD

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams

Accurately document patient care using Meditech EMR

Float to other nursing units as needed based on hospital requirements

Participate in orientation and complete required modules prior to start

Experience the best of South Carolina healthcare jobs in Beaufort while making a meaningful impact in cardiac patient care. Apply now to join our dedicated nursing 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 #415167. 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

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