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: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown

Location

Augusta, GA

Schedule / Job Type

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

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 conditions including post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease
• Perform and interpret telemetry monitoring, EKG, and Doppler assessments
• Assist with peritoneal dialysis as required within scope of practice
• Document patient care accurately using Epic and communicate effectively utilizing SBAR methodology
• Float within the facility and within scope of practice as needed; work required weekend and holiday shifts per unit schedule

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in Georgia or a Compact state required at time of submission
• Minimum of 1 year of registered nursing experience; first-time travelers accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Proficiency with Epic EMR required
• Experience with telemetry, EKG interpretation, and Doppler
• Ability to meet full compliance requirements prior to start date, including core onboarding items and labs within 48 hours of contract signing

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Charge nurse experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Pyxis medication dispensing systems
• Experience with peritoneal dialysis in a clinical setting

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity to launch a travel nursing career in a specialized cardiac setting
• Local candidates are accepted, offering flexibility for both local and traveling healthcare professionals

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #768012. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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