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 Lynchburg, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Lynchburg, VA Explore a rewarding travel nurse job in Lynchburg, Virginia, providing cardiac stepdown and intermediate care to acute-care patients. Take your nursing expertise to a dynamic cardiac stepdown and intermediate care setting in Lynchburg, Virginia. This travel RN opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinician who thrives caring for patients with cardiac, medical-surgical, neurological, telemetry, and cerebrovascular conditions while supporting a collaborative teaching environment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care, mentor students and new team members, and take on charge nurse responsibilities with appropriate training. Lynchburg offers an inviting blend of scenic Blue Ridge Mountain views, historic character, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community. With its vibrant downtown, nearby trails, and access to the James River, the area provides an excellent backdrop for your next Virginia travel nursing assignment. Travel Nursing Job Details Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care Registered Nurse (RN) Healthcare Setting: IMU/IMCU cardiac stepdown unit Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Start Date: October 19, 2026 Assignment Length: Approximately 20 weeks, ending March 6, 2027 Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130 Schedule: 12-hour day shifts; 36 hours per week Holiday Requirement: Work at least one major holiday—Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day Weekend Expectations: Typically two to three weekends per month based on unit needs; weekend-only requests may be considered Orientation: Begins on an available Monday orientation date, generally every other week Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse license in Virginia or a valid compact-state license at the time of start At least 2 years of recent registered nursing experience in an intermediate care, cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or comparable acute-care setting Prior travel nursing experience is required Current BLS and ACLS certifications Current NIH Stroke Scale certification Charge nurse experience is required; charge training will be provided as appropriate Ability to care for patients with cardiac, medical-surgical, telemetry, neurological, and cerebrovascular accident (CVA) diagnoses Strong communication skills and a willingness to support students and newly hired team members in a teaching-hospital environment Complete work history, explanation of employment gaps longer than 90 days, skills checklist, license verification, and requested time-off details required during submission Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to cardiac stepdown and intermediate-care patients Monitor telemetry and recognize changes in cardiac, neurological, and overall patient status Care for patients with mixed medical-surgical, cardiac, neurological, and cerebrovascular diagnoses Administer medications and treatments while following established safety and clinical protocols Perform focused and comprehensive assessments, care planning, documentation, and patient education Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, support staff, students, and new team members Assume charge nurse responsibilities when assigned and help coordinate safe, efficient unit operations Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately Adapt to unit needs while maintaining a supportive, professional, and patient-centered care environment Apply now to join a collaborative healthcare team and advance your travel nursing career in Lynchburg, Virginia. 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 523801. 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. 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