Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,142 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse Travel Job in Lynchburg, Virginia

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse travel assignment in Lynchburg, VA 24501. Join a supportive intermediate care team caring for cardiac, telemetry, neuro, and stroke patients on 12-hour night shifts.

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for a Cardiac Stepdown travel nursing assignment in Lynchburg, Virginia. This 20-week opportunity offers a supportive, team-focused environment caring for a diverse patient population with med-surg, telemetry, cardiac IMCU, neuro, and CVA acuity. If you thrive in a fast-paced intermediate care unit and enjoy making a meaningful impact with every shift, this role offers a strong opportunity to grow your experience in a dynamic Virginia healthcare setting.

Job Details

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown / Intermediate Care / Telemetry
• Setting: Intermediate care unit with mixed-acuity cardiac, neuro, and telemetry patients
• Location: Lynchburg, Virginia 24501
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
• Assignment Length: 20 weeks
• Start Date: October 5, 2026
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts
• Float Requirement: No
• Interview: Not required

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in Virginia or a compact license eligible upon start
• Minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience required
• Prior travel nurse experience required
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required and current
• Experience with Cerner preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Ability to explain any work history gaps over 90 days
• Submission of skills checklist and license verification required
• All requested time off must be included at time of submission

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to intermediate care patients with cardiac, telemetry, neuro, and stroke-related needs
• Monitor patient status, assess changes, and respond appropriately to evolving clinical conditions
• Administer medications, complete nursing interventions, and document care accurately and timely
• Collaborate closely with the care team to support safe, efficient patient outcomes
• Take charge responsibilities when assigned and help guide unit flow as needed
• Support a positive, team-oriented environment and contribute to a culture of learning and excellence
• Deliver compassionate care across 12-hour night shifts while maintaining strong clinical judgment

Why Consider This Travel Nursing Opportunity?

• Work in a fast-paced Cardiac Stepdown and intermediate care environment
• Gain experience with mixed-acuity patients in a collaborative clinical setting
• Enjoy a travel nursing assignment in Lynchburg, Virginia
• Competitive weekly pay for qualified Virginia RN jobs

Lynchburg offers a welcoming Central Virginia setting with a blend of historic charm, scenic surroundings, and easy access to outdoor recreation. It is a great location for clinicians who want a balance of meaningful work and a comfortable community atmosphere.

Apply now to join this Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse travel assignment in Lynchburg, Virginia!

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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 #513862. 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. Posted job title: Cardiac Stepdown

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