Job Description

Job Description

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/01/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift – Hagerstown, MD\n

\n Advance your nursing career as a Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Hagerstown, Maryland (zip code 21742). Join a leading healthcare team in a Float Pool environment, providing expert clinical support across Med/Surg Telemetry, Intermediate Care (IMC), and Cardiac Stepdown units. This travel nursing job offers the chance to work with diverse patient populations while enjoying the vibrant community and scenic beauty of Hagerstown. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in Maryland healthcare!\n

\n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Job Details\n

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• Location: Hagerstown, MD 21742 (Maryland nursing jobs)\n
• Healthcare Setting: Med/Surg Telemetry, IMC, Cardiac Stepdown (Float Pool)\n
• Assignment Type: Travel RN Contract\n
• Start Date: December 1, 2025\n
• End Date: March 2, 2026\n
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks\n
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)\n
• Hours per Week: 36\n
• Weekend Coverage: 12 weekend shifts per contract\n
• Orientation: 16 hours\n
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1880 - $2020 per week\n

\n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n

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• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Maryland or compact state)\n
• Minimum 2 years of recent Telemetry nursing experience in a hospital setting\n
• Minimum 2 years of IMC/Stepdown RN experience required\n
• Current BLS & ACLS certifications (AHA)\n
• NIHSS certification preferred\n
• Proficiency with Epic EMR charting system\n
• Prior travel nursing experience required\n
• Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations required (no exemptions)\n
• 2-step PPD required\n
• Comfortable with 1:4–1:6 nurse-to-patient ratios\n
• Charge nurse experience preferred\n

\n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities\n

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• Float between Med/Surg, Telemetry, and IMC units as needed\n
• Deliver care to adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac and medical conditions (e.g., acute respiratory distress, septic shock, hypertensive crisis, CHF, MI, unstable angina, trauma)\n
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, manage cardiac and insulin drips, and respond to rapid response/code situations\n
• Perform advanced nursing procedures: central line and PICC management, ventilator and tracheostomy care, blood transfusions, post-cardiac catheterization care\n
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (IV, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, social services)\n
• Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR\n
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety\n
• Participate in orientation modules and ongoing clinical training\n

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Join our healthcare team in Hagerstown, Maryland—apply now for this rewarding Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment!

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:

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 #433453. 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.

 

Our Methodology

 

Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, 16 hours, Permanent employment, Contract work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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