Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $1,798 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown

Location

Augusta, GA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to an adult and geriatric population on a cardiac stepdown unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Monitor and manage patients presenting with post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease
• Perform and interpret telemetry monitoring, EKG, and Doppler studies; support patients receiving peritoneal dialysis
• Document accurately using Epic (required) , Pyxis, and SBAR communication framework
• Work 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period and fulfill holiday obligations per facility policy
• Float within the facility and within scope of practice as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active Georgia RN license or valid Compact RN license required at time of submission
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse; first-time travelers are welcome
• Proficiency with Epic is required
• All requested time off (RTO) must be finalized at time of submission; no RTO or schedule changes can be requested post-offer or on-site, including during orientation week
• Local candidates are welcome and accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a cardiac stepdown or telemetry unit setting
• Familiarity with Pyxis medication dispensing systems
• Experience with SBAR communication in a fast-paced clinical environment

Why Join Us

• Work in a high-acuity cardiac environment with a consistent census, offering meaningful clinical experience for both new and experienced travelers
• First-time travelers are encouraged to apply, making this an excellent opportunity to launch a travel nursing career

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #788378. 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: Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the "why" behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric's mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others