Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Kansas.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown / Telemetry | Night Shift | Travel RN – Kansas City, KS (66112)

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel assignment in Kansas City, KS (66112). 13-week night shift (12-hour) position for RNs with stepdown/telemetry experience who want to deliver high-quality cardiac care while exploring Kansas City's vibrant community.

• Location: Kansas City, KS 66112 (Kansas City healthcare / Kansas City nursing jobs)
• Unit: Medical Surgical Acute 7 – 12-bed Cardiac Stepdown / Telemetry (Progressive Care Unit / PCU)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel RN, Travel Nursing)
• Start Date: March 23, 2026
• End Date: June 21, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1680-$1770

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Nursys verification required)
• Minimum 1 year recent clinical experience in a stepdown, cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or progressive care unit (PCU)
• Completion of required onboarding screenings and exams (pharmacology, rhythm interpretation, core competencies, specialty exam)
• Current BLS certification required
• Up-to-date immunizations: COVID-19, MMR, Hepatitis B, Influenza, TB, Varicella, Tdap
• Successful completion of drug screen and background check
• Professional references and current resume submission required

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for cardiac stepdown and telemetry patients in a 12-bed unit
• Monitor cardiac telemetry, assess and document patient conditions, and interpret rhythm changes
• Administer medications and treatments safely and according to orders
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans
• Educate patients and families on cardiac care, post-acute recovery, and discharge instructions
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment for patients and staff
• Participate in unit meetings, training, and quality improvement initiatives to support clinical excellence

Enjoy your assignment in Kansas City—known for its renowned barbecue, vibrant arts scene, and welcoming Midwest hospitality. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for experienced telemetry and stepdown RNs looking to grow professionally while experiencing Kansas City healthcare.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Cardiac Stepdown RN (Travel RN) in Kansas City, KS. Submit your resume and professional references today!

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Planet Healthcare Job . 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:
Cardiac Stepdown

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