Travel Cardiac Step-Down RN - $2,960 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU/Neuroscience Intermediate Care position requiring Epic proficiency, ventilator experience, and the ability to pass an EKG telemetry competency assessment prior to starting.

Details

• 36-bed Neuroscience/High-Risk Respiratory intermediate care unit in a hospital setting
• Mixed acuity unit serving med-surge and intermediate care patients, including CVA, TIA, seizures, and high-risk respiratory cases
• Targeted patient ratio of 1:4–6; candidates must demonstrate 1:5 ratio experience in a stepdown or PCU setting
• Uses a team nursing model in which RNs, LPNs, and PCTs partner to care for patient groups; nurses may function in team or primary nursing based on unit needs
• Specialized equipment in use includes heated high-flow nasal cannula and BiPAP
• Epic EMR required
• Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Travelers are first to float at the facility's discretion, within specialty clusters and to medically appropriate assignments, including high-risk respiratory and COVID units
• Floating may include the main campus (Dayton), south campus (Centerville, <10 miles), and north campus (Englewood, <15 miles)
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or compact RN license required; candidates with any past license disciplinary action will not be accepted
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required
• PCU or stepdown experience required; ICU experience does not substitute for PCU/stepdown experience at this facility
• Ventilator experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must pass an online EKG/telemetry competency assessment prior to starting the assignment
• Proficiency with cardiac telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management and high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
• Experience with central line care, PICC line management, and IV starts
• Experience managing vasoactive and cardiac drips, heparin protocols, and PCA
• Candidates must be comfortable floating with no restrictions, per the floating requirements outlined

Additional Information

• Preferred certifications and skills include IV start proficiency, phlebotomy, port access/management, and trauma level I experience
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Travel nursing experience preferred but not required; first-time travelers will be considered
• Provides care to a diverse patient population including CVA, TIA, seizures, and high-risk respiratory patients; may float to the Neuro ICU with a buddy assigned
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Up to 24 hours of orientation modules are required
• Lab work and the EKG/dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 72 hours of signing the contract
• RTO must be requested at the time of initial submission; no RTO will be added after an offer is made, with a maximum of 14 days allowed per contract
• Candidates who previously worked at Premier Health Partners or any prior agency in a permanent or PRN capacity must wait 6 months before being considered; facility rehire approval is required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-734820. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.