Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Assignment in Madison, WI

Cardiac stepdown travel RN opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin for an experienced Registered Nurse providing high-acuity care in a fast-paced PCU and intermediate care setting.

Make a meaningful impact caring for acutely ill adults in a cardiac stepdown, progressive care unit (PCU), and intermediate care (IMC) environment. This travel nursing job is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys caring for complex medical, surgical, trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, and transplant patients while collaborating with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

Located in a vibrant Midwest community, Madison offers beautiful lakes, extensive outdoor recreation, a welcoming culture, and a lively downtown with excellent dining, arts, and entertainment. It is an engaging destination for travel nurses seeking professional growth and an enjoyable quality of life while working in Wisconsin healthcare.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Location: Madison, Wisconsin
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / PCU / IMC
• Shift: Day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; 12-hour shifts
• Shifts per Week: 3 shifts, approximately 36 hours per week
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend and some holidays; scheduling may include block weekend options
• Patient Population: Acutely ill adults with complex medical and surgical conditions, cardiac and pulmonary diagnoses, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, and post-lung-transplant needs
• Unit Profile: 29-bed stepdown unit with general care ratios of approximately 1:4 and intermediate care ratios of approximately 1:2
• Charting: Epic electronic health record
• Scheduling Flexibility: The department may consider four 12-hour shifts or block weekend scheduling based on unit needs

Cardiac Stepdown Travel Nurse Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or a compact RN license
• At least 2 years of acute-care RN experience within the past 3 years in the specialty submitted
• Recent PCU, DOU, IMC, stepdown, cardiac telemetry, or telemetry oncology experience
• Strong experience caring for ventilated patients and transplant patients
• Experience in an academic Level I or Level II trauma center, or a similar-size hospital
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
• Experience with Epic or a comparable electronic health record
• Ability to float to other units as needed
• Successful completion of a telemetry examination before the assignment begins, including recognition of lethal rhythms and third-degree heart blocks
• Travel nursing experience preferred

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to acutely ill adult patients in general care and intermediate care settings
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, identify dysrhythmias, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Care for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, noninvasive airway support, high-flow oxygen, cardiac monitoring, and complex medication management
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, chest tubes, surgical drains, feeding tubes, tracheostomies, wound therapy, and other specialized equipment
• Administer blood products, titrate cardiac and insulin infusions, and manage heparin and other acute-care protocols
• Provide pre- and post-procedure care, including care for trauma, thoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal failure, and transplant patients
• Recognize clinical deterioration and collaborate with rapid response, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, IV therapy, rehabilitation, and other members of the care team
• Advocate for patient safety and quality outcomes while contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary practice environment
• Complete accurate documentation and patient education using the electronic health record

Apply now for this cardiac stepdown travel nursing assignment in Madison, Wisconsin, and take the next step in your Registered Nurse career.

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.