Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit - Travel

GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Evansville, Indiana. Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown/Telemetry | Night Shift Contract in Evansville, IN Join a 19-bed cardiac stepdown and telemetry unit in Evansville, Indiana, as a travel RN providing expert night-shift care for cardiac, neuro, vascular, and medically complex patients. This 13-week nursing contract offers consistent 12-hour shifts, guaranteed weekly hours, and a collaborative healthcare team. Evansville is a welcoming Ohio River community with an approachable cost of living, local arts and culture, scenic waterfront, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Travel Nursing Job Details Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Cardiac Neuro / Telemetry Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract Location: Evansville, Indiana Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030 Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: August 24, 2026 Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts Shift Time: 6:30 PM–7:00 AM Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week, excluding applicable orientation and holiday-related exceptions Unit: 19-bed blended cardiac stepdown and medical-surgical/telemetry unit Typical Night Ratio: 1:4 Weekend Requirement: Three weekends within each six-week schedule Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday Float Requirement: cross-campus float generally includes advance notice Registered Nurse Job Requirements Registered Nurse (RN) with a current, active compact nursing license At least 2 years of recent cardiac stepdown experience and 1 completed travel contract, or 5 years of solid cardiac stepdown experience without prior travel nursing experience Associate degree or nursing certificate Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications Recent EPIC electronic health record experience and willingness to complete an EPIC checkoff class Strong telemetry monitoring and 12-lead EKG interpretation skills; travelers must successfully complete required telemetry testing Excellent patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and critical-thinking skills Ability to float within the appropriate clinical skillset and support a teaching environment, including precepting students or new team members when needed Applicants must reside outside the designated 40-mile local radius Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care for post-procedure cardiac patients, including patients recovering from cardiac catheterization, stent placement, pacemaker or ICD procedures, and ablations Identify and manage patients experiencing STEMI, NSTEMI, sepsis, DKA, and other high-acuity medical conditions Care for neuro patients with CVAs, seizures, possible traumatic brain injuries, and other complex neurological needs Perform focused and comprehensive nursing assessments, including detailed neurological assessments and NIHSS evaluations Interpret telemetry and 12-lead EKGs and promptly communicate changes in patient condition Initiate and titrate ordered infusions such as Cardizem, amiodarone, Cardene, nitroglycerin, insulin, and heparin Provide post-cardiac catheterization care, including femoral access site and TR band management Manage chest tubes, perform peripheral IV insertion, and deliver evidence-based cardiac stepdown nursing interventions Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to promote safe, timely patient outcomes Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC and contribute to a supportive, patient-focused unit culture Apply now for this cardiac stepdown travel RN opportunity in Evansville, Indiana, and bring your telemetry nursing expertise to a collaborative night-shift team. 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 - Travel Job ID . 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. Cardiac Stepdown About GHR Healthcare - Travel 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. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do.