Travel Stepdown Cardiac RN - $2,207 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Stepdown Cardiac position requiring a strong PCU background, ACLS certification, and Epic EMR experience, with night shifts and every-other-weekend availability.

Details

• Step-down cardiac unit within a hospital setting, with travelers contracted to care for inpatient/CICU-level holds in the ED
• Patient population includes chest pain, syncope, heart failure, sepsis, overdose, GI bleed, COPD, pneumonia, and overflow medical, surgical, trauma, oncology, and orthopedic patients
• Cardiac-specific cases include post-cath with stent placement (no CABG), ICD/pacemaker insertions, and cardioversions
• Titration of cardiac drips required — most common include Lasix, Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Integrilin, Labetalol, Dopamine, and Dobutamine
• Patient ratio is 1:4
• Special equipment in use includes BiPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, Alaris Pumps, and Philips Monitoring System
• Charting system: Epic
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Every-other-weekend (EOW) requirement
• Floating to similar units is expected; travelers will not be assigned patients outside of their clinical scope or team

Requirements

• Active NH RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: ACLS and BLS (AHA or Red Cross only); EKG test administered upon arrival
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with a strong PCU background within the last year
• ED experience preferred but not required
• Epic EMR experience required for first-time travelers to be considered
• Proficiency with BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), and non-invasive airway management
• Ability to titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Skills in telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia management, IV therapy, blood product administration, and peripheral line care
• Respiratory skills including oxygen administration and interpretation of ABGs preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers with Epic experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience are welcome to apply; first-time travelers with only 1 year of experience will not be considered
• Former employees of this facility are not eligible for travel roles regardless of time since separation
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are accepted at a local pay rate
• Drug screen must be completed within 14 days of the start date
• Background or license hits require facility approval prior to an offer being extended
• No RTO approved for Thanksgiving
• 2 professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years are required; a second reference may be pending at time of consideration
• Holidays: No RTO will be approved for Thanksgiving

American Traveler Job ID #P-734599. 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: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

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.