GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Job – Albuquerque, NM Healthcare Contract

Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Albuquerque, NM (87102). This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art Medical Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) with a collaborative healthcare team, caring for patients with complex cardiac and neuro needs. Albuquerque is a top destination for healthcare professionals, known for its stunning mountain views, vibrant culture, and outdoor activities—making it ideal for travel nurses seeking professional growth and lifestyle enrichment.

Cardiac Stepdown RN Job Details

• Location: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (New Mexico nursing jobs)
• Assignment Type: Travel healthcare contract
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Duration: 13-week contract
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (18:30 – 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours available)
• Unit: Medical Intermediate Care Unit (IMC), 9th Floor
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Unit Size: 12 beds
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1730 - $1780

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent Cardiac Stepdown, IMC, or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience (2 years preferred)
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Active New Mexico or Compact RN license (required at time of submission)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (CPI preferred)
• Epic charting experience required
• Ability to float to all PCU units, Med Surg, and ICU for PCU assignments
• Weekend and holiday availability (minimum 6 weekend shifts per contract)
• Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients with cardiac, neuro, and complex medical diagnoses in an IMC setting
• Manage a 1:4 patient ratio, caring for conditions such as GI bleeds, pneumonia, sepsis, respiratory diseases, and stroke/neuro cases
• Administer blood products, manage cardiac drips (no titration), and provide central/peripheral line care
• Perform wound care, telemetry monitoring, and tracheostomy management
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
• Float to similar clinical units as needed based on facility requirements
• Participate in orientation (2 bedside shifts plus hospital orientation) and complete required onsite modules

Discover the best of Albuquerque while advancing your nursing career in a supportive, innovative healthcare environment. Enjoy local cuisine, arts, and outdoor recreation in a city that blends Southwestern charm with modern amenities. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a real impact in patient care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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 #437838. 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

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