Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Nurse (RN) – Registered Nurse Contract in Madison, Wisconsin

Explore a 13-week Madison, Wisconsin travel nursing job for an experienced Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) with acute-care, telemetry, and cardiovascular nursing expertise. Join a high-acuity cardiac stepdown team and provide specialized care to adult patients recovering from cardiac procedures and managing complex cardiovascular conditions. Madison offers an energetic blend of lakeside recreation, cultural attractions, dining, and a welcoming community for travelers. This assignment is ideal for an experienced acute-care RN who excels in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and collaborative patient care.

Cardiac Stepdown Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week; 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week; four 12-hour shifts may also be accepted
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
• Patient Population: Adults
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 4 patients per nurse
• Unit: 23-bed cardiac telemetry and stepdown unit
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
• Additional Scheduling Information: Travelers may float as needed

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of acute-care RN experience within the past 3 years, preferably in cardiac stepdown, progressive care unit (PCU), DOU, IMC, or telemetry
• Current Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or a compact RN license
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association
• Recent travel nursing experience
• EPIC charting experience
• Strong cardiac telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation skills
• Successful completion of a telemetry examination before clearance to begin; testing includes recognition of lethal rhythms and advanced heart blocks
• Ability to work night shifts, rotating weekend coverage, and in a fast-paced acute-care environment

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with coronary artery disease, heart failure, dysrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, and post-cardiac procedure needs
• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Care for patients before and after cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiology procedures, pacemaker procedures, and cardiac surgery
• Manage cardiac telemetry, arterial lines, central lines, TR bands, femoral compression devices, chest tubes, surgical drains, and other advanced equipment
• Administer and monitor vasoactive medications, insulin protocols, heparin protocols, blood products, oxygen therapies, and other prescribed treatments
• Perform focused assessments, interpret relevant laboratory and diagnostic findings, and communicate changes promptly
• Support patients with advanced heart failure, including those being evaluated for transplant or mechanical circulatory support
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation services, rapid response teams, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide patient and family education related to medications, procedures, disease management, and recovery
• Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC and participate in quality and safety initiatives

Apply now for this cardiac stepdown travel nursing opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.