Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,805 per week in Columbia, SC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Stepdown
Location: Columbia, SC
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,805 per week
Shift Information: 4 days
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/21/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Stepdown RN in Columbia, South Carolina, 29203!

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown – South Carolina

Start Date: September 21, 2026

Location: South Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift. 36- or 48-hour work weeks accepted. 13 to 26 week assignment with extension options. Patient ratio 1:4. Orientation: 36 hours.

Highlights:

• Cardiac Stepdown unit specializing in STEMI, NSTEMI, CHF, pacemaker and defibrillator placement, ablations, arrhythmias, CVA, and medical telemetry overflow
• 22-bed unit with daily census of approximately 20 patients serving adult and geriatric populations
• Epic EMR system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
• Pre-assignment modules are billable up to 16 hours and completed prior to start date
• Orientation begins on Mondays with structured onboarding process
• Must be willing to float to other qualified units as needed based on census requirements

Requirements:

• Active RN license in South Carolina or compact state licensure
• Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience (required)
• Strong cardiac stepdown or progressive care experience required
• Current certifications: AHA ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
• Must pass medication and arrhythmia examination
• Experience with 1:4 patient ratios
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions); COVID-19 vaccination not required
• Must meet distance requirements for travel nursing eligibility

Skills and Competencies:

• Blood product administration, cardiac telemetry, central line care and management
• Interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Heparin protocols and titration of cardiac drips
• Pre/post cardiac catheterization care and post-MI management
• IV insertion and maintenance, peripheral line care, PCA pumps
• Chest tube management, tracheostomy care, CVA care
• Isolation precautions/PPE, phlebotomy, use of rapid response/code teams

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This night shift cardiac stepdown position offers the chance to work with a diverse cardiac patient population in a well-supported environment with comprehensive interdisciplinary teams. The unit provides excellent experience with advanced cardiac conditions while maintaining manageable patient ratios, allowing you to deliver high-quality, focused care. With flexible contract lengths and a structured orientation process, this role is ideal for experienced cardiac nurses seeking to advance their skills in a dynamic acute care setting.

Additional Information:

Two periods of pre-approved time off available during assignment. Contract extensions available with certain conditions. Pre-assignment testing and modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials. Social Security Number required with application submission.

About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• General Progressive Care Unit
• Progressive Care RN

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