Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,142 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 12 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Lynchburg, Virginia

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Lynchburg, VA (zip code 24501). Join a leading healthcare team at a teaching hospital, providing specialized cardiac care and clinical support to a diverse patient population. Lynchburg offers scenic beauty, a vibrant downtown, and a welcoming community—making it a top destination for Virginia nursing jobs.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Lynchburg, VA 24501 (Virginia healthcare jobs)

Unit : Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) – Cardiac Stepdown

Assignment Length : 13 weeks (option to extend up to 16 weeks)

Start Date : January 12, 2026

Shift : 12-hour day shifts

Hours per Week : 36 or 48 hours available

Employment Type : Travel RN contract

On-Site Position

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780 - $1910

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience (travel nursing experience required)

Active Virginia or Compact Registered Nurse license (required at start)

Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale

Complete work history with explanations for any gaps over 90 days

Skills checklist and copy of Nursys / license required for submission

Ability to work 2 of 3 winter holidays (no Christmas holiday RTO)

Charge nurse experience and Cerner EMR experience preferred

Local candidates within 60 miles not eligible

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to med-surg, telemetry, cardiac IMCU, neuro, and CVA patients

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, students, and new hires in a teaching hospital setting

Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and perform clinical interventions

Accurately document patient care using Cerner EMR (preferred)

Participate in orientation and ongoing nursing education

Support a culture of teamwork, learning, and patient-centered care

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Lynchburg, Virginia 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #434966. 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.