Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN - $1,983 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Cardiac Stepdown position in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The assignment is 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts. The role is for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN, also known as a step‑down nurse, caring for patients who need close monitoring but are not ICU‑level.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care and stabilize critical cardiac patients.
• Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication; report any adverse reactions.
• Monitor and adjust specialized patient equipment, interpret and record electronic displays.
• Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.
• Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean and stoop without difficulty.
• Lift up to 20 pounds routinely; patient moving/lifting may require up to 50 pounds.
• Cope with stress in a fast‑paced environment and relate to patients of all ages and backgrounds.

Requirements

• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience (1‑2 years preferred).

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts, 36 hours per week.