# Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown Unit – VirginiaStart Date: September 14, 2026 Location: Richmond, Virginia Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend requirement; 4:1 patient ratio; overtime opportunities availableHighlights:
18-bed Cardiac Stepdown Unit specializing in post-surgical cardiac care and complex cardiovascular conditions
Manage patients recovering from CABG, valve replacement, TAVR, Mitral clip procedures, thoracotomy, and acute cardiac conditions including Afib, CHF, and MI
Work with cardiac drips including Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin, and nitroglycerin; equipment includes central lines, PCA pumps, chest tubes, pacer wires, telemetry monitoring, and drains
Meditech EMR system with q4h vital signs, assessments, and rhythm interpretation protocols
Collaborate with a dedicated team of 38 clinical staff members in a supportive, compassionate care environment
May float to telemetry and medical-surgical units as needed
Requirements:
Active Virginia RN license or eligibility for licensure
BLS and ACLS certifications required
Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor rhythms
Experience administering narcotics safely and effectively
Stepdown unit experience strongly preferred
Cardiac nursing knowledge and experience highly desirable
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a collaborative 38-member clinical team dedicated to providing exceptional post-operative and acute cardiac care in a structured stepdown environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop advanced cardiac nursing skills while working with a diverse patient population recovering from complex cardiovascular procedures. If you are a team player with strong critical thinking abilities and a compassionate approach to patient care, this position provides an excellent platform for professional growth in cardiac nursing.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Richmond, VA
Salary
$2,128
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiac Monitoringunmatched
Cardiologyunmatched
Cardiovascularunmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Congestive Heart Failureunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Heparinunmatched
MEDITECHunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Paint Shop Pro Tubesunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Pumpsunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Telemetryunmatched
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