Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $2,016 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Jackson
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Jackson, Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Travel Nurse – Jackson, TN Cardiac Stepdown RN (Night Shift) — 13-week travel contract in Jackson, TN. Join a collaborative Neuro/Surgical Telemetry team caring for adult and geriatric patients on a busy stepdown unit. Join a dynamic healthcare team in Jackson, Tennessee (38301) as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse. This 13-week travel nursing assignment places you on a Neuro/Surgical Telemetry (cardiac stepdown) floor caring for adult and geriatric populations. Jackson, TN offers a welcoming community, arts and outdoor recreation — a great location for travel nurses and Tennessee nursing jobs. Job Details - Location: Jackson, TN 38301 — Jackson healthcare jobs / Tennessee nursing jobs - Role: Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (Telemetry RN / Stepdown Nurse) - Setting: Neuro/Surgical Telemetry (Cardiac Stepdown) - Contract Length: 13 weeks (March 30, 2026 – June 29, 2026) - Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts per week (18:45 – 07:15) - Hours per Week: 36 - Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800–$1,890 per week - Patient Ratio: 4–5 patients per nurse - Weekend/Holiday: 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule; must be willing to work Memorial Day - Floating: May float to other MS/Tele or ICU units (low acuity) - Position Type: Travel Nurse / Contract RN Job Requirements / Qualifications - Active RN license in Tennessee or a Compact State (Registered Nurse) - Minimum 1 year of recent Medical-Surgical/Telemetry or Stepdown experience required - Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications; NIHSS required - Epic EMR / Epic charting experience within the last 12 months (document on submission profile) - COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions for COVID-19 only) - Ability to pass a respirator fit test (men must be clean-shaven) - Previous travel nurse experience and charge nurse experience preferred Key Responsibilities - Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to neuro and cardiac telemetry patients on a busy stepdown unit - Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, manage dysrhythmias, and respond to rapid response and code situations - Administer medications, IV insulin protocols, and blood products per hospital policy - Care for patients with spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and post-neurosurgery conditions - Manage central lines, PICC lines, surgical drains, chest tubes, and wound VACs - Provide advanced respiratory support including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and tracheostomy care - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and pharmacy - Accurately document patient care in Epic EMR and maintain clear communication with providers and families - Adhere to infection control, isolation precautions, and PPE protocols at all times - Float to other units as needed to support patient care and unit staffing Why Apply - Impactful Cardiac Stepdown RN role with diverse clinical exposure — ideal for Telemetry RNs and stepdown nurses - Gain travel nursing experience in Jackson, TN — a supportive hospital environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration - Opportunity to expand skills in telemetry monitoring, neuro and cardiac care, Epic EMR, and advanced respiratory support Experience the charm and hospitality of Jackson, TN while advancing your nursing career in a rewarding Cardiac Stepdown position. Interested travel nurses and Registered Nurses who meet the requirements should apply now. Apply now to join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your telemetry / cardiac 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 466222. 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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