Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Travel Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care (IMC) - Leonardtown, MD

Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment in Leonardtown, Maryland: Join a dynamic telemetry and intermediate care team where your critical thinking, cardiac nursing skills, and patient-focused care will make an immediate impact. This 13-week Travel Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an experienced RN seeking cardiac stepdown nursing jobs, PCU/IMC travel nurse roles, and acute care experience with adult patients in a fast-paced monitored setting.

Located in Leonardtown, Maryland 20650, this coastal Southern Maryland community offers a welcoming small-town feel, scenic waterfront charm, and convenient access to the Chesapeake Bay region. If you are looking for Maryland nursing jobs that combine professional growth with a great location, this is an excellent opportunity.

Job Details

• Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care (IMC) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Location: Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 3 shifts per week
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,710-$1,800
• Patient Population: Adult patients
• Unit Setting: Intermediate care / stepdown with telemetry monitoring
• Float Requirement: May float to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units as needed
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required
• Orientation: 24 hours

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license eligible for Maryland practice
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in PCU, IMC, Stepdown, or Telemetry nursing
• At least 1 completed travel assignment required
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Successful completion of an EKG rhythm interpretation exam with a minimum score of 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Experience caring for adult patients with cardiac and medical complexity
• Comfort working 12-hour night shifts and providing coverage every other weekend
• Ability to float to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical areas as needed
• Strong assessment skills, adaptability, and excellent teamwork in an acute care environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adults in a monitored Cardiac Stepdown / IMC setting
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
• Manage patients with cardiac, respiratory, renal, infectious, and post-surgical diagnoses
• Provide care for chest tubes, PCA infusions, IV infusions, non-titratable drips, and bedside monitoring
• Support patients requiring BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow oxygen, IV starts, and line management
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote safe, efficient patient care
• Float to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units when operationally needed
• Maintain a professional, compassionate approach in a fast-paced acute care setting

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse opportunity in Leonardtown, Maryland and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.

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.