Travel Cardiac Stepdown (PCU) Registered Nurse - $2,102 per week
Richmond, VA, 23214, USA
- Healthcare
- travel nurse
- cardiac stepdown nurse
- registered nurse
This role is for a travel Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiac Stepdown care in Richmond, Virginia, working 12-hour night shifts over a 13-week assignment. The nurse will provide intermediate care to cardiac patients, including post-operative care and monitoring cardiac rhythms, requiring certifications like BLS and ACLS. The position involves using specialized cardiac equipment and EMR systems within a team-based hospital setting focused on cardiac care.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Richmond, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/15/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
RN Position Job Notes:
Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.
Opportunity:
RN - PCU
Job Details:
• Work in Cardiac Stepdown Unit (CSU) with 18-bed capacity
• Maintain 4:1 patient ratio
• Day shift staffing: 5 RNs, 1 charge nurse, and 2 PCTs
• Night shift staffing: 5 nurses and 1 PCT
• Must be able to read cardiac monitors and administer narcotics
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Work with equipment including central lines, PCA pumps, Foley catheters, chest tubes, pacer wires, telemetry, and drains
• Use Meditech EMR system
• Perform vital signs and assessments every 4 hours
• Complete rhythm interpretation every 4 hours
• Care for patients with CABG, valve replacement, TAVR, Mitral clip, thoracotomy, Afib, CHF, and MI
• Administer cardiac drips including Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin, and nitroglycerin
• Float to telemetry and medical surgical units as needed
• Work every other weekend with overtime opportunities available
• Must wear all navy scrubs
• Stepdown experience and cardiac knowledge preferred
• Team player with critical thinking skills and compassionate bedside manner required
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a comprehensive cardiac care program with specialized stepdown units designed to provide intermediate-level cardiac monitoring and care. The facility maintains modern cardiac equipment and technology to support complex cardiac procedures and post-operative care. The organization emphasizes team-based care with appropriate staffing ratios and comprehensive support services for cardiac patients transitioning from intensive care to general medical floors.
Location:
Richmond, VA
Richmond offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities as Virginia's capital city, featuring a thriving healthcare sector and diverse cultural attractions. The city provides excellent career opportunities for healthcare professionals while offering a reasonable cost of living and access to both urban conveniences and outdoor recreation along the James River.
Adex Job ID #968611. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
- Referral bonus




