Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,714 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Charleston, SC

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Charleston, South Carolina (zip code 29407). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern observation unit and experience the historic charm and coastal lifestyle of Charleston. This is an excellent opportunity for RNs seeking travel nurse jobs in South Carolina healthcare settings.

Compensation

Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $1420 - $1530

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

Location : Charleston, SC 29407 (South Carolina nursing jobs)

Assignment Length : 13 weeks (Start : January 5, 2026 – End : April 6, 2026)

Shift : Night shifts, 3x12-hour (6 : 00 PM – 6 : 30 AM), Monday–Thursday (No Fridays, weekends, or holidays)

Hours per Week : 36

Setting : Six-bay, 23-hour observation unit within a surgery center PACU

Staffing Model : Two RNs and one Patient Care Technician (PCT), with possible adjustment to one RN and one PCT on select nights

Security : Overnight building security provided for staff safety

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active South Carolina or Multi-State / Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license (SC license in hand preferred)

BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications required

Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in cardiac stepdown or observation unit (2 years preferred)

First-time travel nurses welcome

Ability to float to other observation units as needed

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients in a fast-paced cardiac stepdown / observation unit

Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and operating room (OR) nurses in pre- and post-operative care

Care for patients from diverse specialties including Orthopedics, Interventional Radiology, and GI procedures

Perform airway assessments, conscious sedation, medication reconciliation, phlebotomy, IV insertion and maintenance, and lab value interpretation

Maintain accurate patient documentation and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team

Adapt to changing patient ratios (expected 1 : 3, maximum 1 : 6)

Discover top travel nursing jobs in Charleston, SC, and enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent security and professional growth opportunities. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient care while experiencing the vibrant lifestyle of coastal South Carolina!

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 #438971. 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 - Travel Division

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