Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Burlington
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Vermont. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 05/18/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN (Travel) – Burlington, VT (05401) | PCU Telemetry RN/n Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment in Burlington, VT — 16-week Progressive Care Unit (PCU) telemetry role for experienced cardiac Registered Nurses. /n/nJob Details/n /n - Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,250–$2,370/n - Assignment Duration: 16 weeks (with potential to extend up to 32 weeks)/n - Start Date: May 18, 2026/n - End Date: September 6, 2026/n - Setting: Cardiac Progressive Care / Stepdown (Telemetry/Surgical focus) – Miller 3 PCU/n - Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts (Day/Night); every weekend required/n - Hours per Week: 36/n - Employment Type: Travel RN / Cardiac RN/n - On-Site: Burlington, VT (zip code 05401) — Vermont nursing jobs, travel nursing in Burlington/n /n/nRegistered Nurse Requirements/n /n - Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with at least 1 year in Cardiac Stepdown, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), or Intermediate Care/n - Recent Level 1 trauma experience within the last year required/n - Cardiothoracic and vascular experience required; post-op Day 1 hearts (open and closed) experience required/n - Epic EMR experience within the past 2 years (non-negotiable)/n - Certifications required prior to start: AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); PCCN preferred/n - Willingness to float to related units as needed (telemetry, CVICU stepdown, surgical PCU)/n - Reliable personal or rental vehicle required (limited public transportation access)/n - All employment gaps over 90 days must be explained/n /n/nKey Responsibilities/n /n - Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care (PCU) telemetry setting/n - Monitor and manage telemetry patients, post-op cardiac cases, and complex cardiac surgical/vascular patients/n - Provide post-op Day 1 cardiac care for open and closed procedures and support cardiothoracic surgery teams/n - Utilize Epic EMR for documentation, medication administration, and interdisciplinary care coordination/n - Collaborate with cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, anesthesia, and ancillary services for optimal patient outcomes/n - Float to similar units as required to support staffing needs and maintain continuity of care/n - Participate in bi-weekly orientation and ongoing professional development to maintain clinical competencies/n - Adhere to facility protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements/n /n/nWhy Join This Travel Nursing Opportunity/n /n - Advance your cardiac nursing career with hands-on telemetry and post-op cardiac experience/n - Experience Burlington, VT — Lake Champlain views, Green Mountains access, and a vibrant downtown food and arts scene/n - Ideal for travel RNs seeking professional growth in a supportive PCU environment/n - Competitive travel RN roles in Vermont nursing jobs with opportunities to extend assignment/n /n/n Ready to make a difference in cardiac care? Apply now to join our Cardiac Stepdown RN team in Burlington, VT. Join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your travel nursing career. 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 466754. 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 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. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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