Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,268 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Kankakee, Illinois Experienced cardiac stepdown RN needed for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Kankakee, IL 60901. Kankakee offers a welcoming community with easy access to the scenic Kankakee River, parks, and local amenities, making it a comfortable and appealing place to live and work. Join a collaborative acute care team supporting IMCU and stepdown patients in a fast-paced Illinois healthcare setting. Job Details Position: Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment Setting: Acute care, IMCU / Stepdown, cardiac telemetry Location: Kankakee, Illinois Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 - $2,130 Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM Hours: 36 hours per week Duration: 13 weeks Start Date: 09/14/2026 Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Every other weekend and every other holiday Floating: May float to ICU for PCU-level patients or to Med Surg for a full assignment Charting System: EPIC Job Requirements Active Illinois RN license in hand Minimum 1 year of registered nurse experience required EPIC experience required BLS and ACLS certifications required Travel nursing experience preferred, but first-time travelers are welcome Driver’s license required for submission Ability to provide high-quality nursing care in a cardiac/stepdown environment Positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and excellent clinical judgment Experience titrating drips preferred Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate care to cardiac stepdown and IMCU patients Monitor and manage patients with cardiac, post-op, and complex medical conditions Titrate medications such as Cardizem, amiodarone, nitro, insulin, heparin, and dopamine/dobutamine as ordered Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support quality patient outcomes Respond to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately Document accurately in EPIC and maintain strong clinical communication Support safe patient flow, including floating to ICU or Med Surg when needed Contribute to a positive, team-oriented unit culture Apply now to take the next step in your travel nurse career and join a high-performing acute care team in Kankakee, Illinois. 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 513158. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Cardiac Stepdown About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.