Posted 09/16/2026 · Job #517959
Cardiac Stepdown RN- Madison, Wisconsin
Job Description
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Madison, WI
Travel RN opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin for an experienced Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse. Join a high-acuity telemetry and progressive care team supporting adult and geriatric patients recovering from complex cardiac and thoracic surgery in a respected teaching hospital.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing / Travel RN
- Setting: Adult cardiac stepdown / intermediate care / progressive care unit (PCU)
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts, typically 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- Shift Pattern: 3 shifts per week; every other weekend and some holidays required
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130-$2,250
- Start Date: October 12, 2026
- Location: Madison, WI 53792
- Charting System: Epic
- Float Requirement: Floating as needed
Job Requirements
- Active Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license
- Minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing experience within the last 3 years in the specialty
- Cardiac stepdown, telemetry, oncology, PCU/DOU, or IMC experience required
- ICU or IMC experience and surgical post-op experience required
- Ventilator and transplant experience preferred
- BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA required
- Ability to pass a telemetry exam prior to start
- Epic experience preferred
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown and thoracic surgery patients
- Monitor telemetry and recognize cardiac rhythm changes promptly
- Care for patients with thoracic and cardiac diagnoses, including esophagectomies, wedge resections, lung volume reduction surgery, and post-cardiac surgery recovery
- Manage complex therapies such as chest tubes, IV drips, oxygen support, and hemodynamic monitoring
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support safe, coordinated patient care
- Assist with procedures such as chest tube insertion when needed
- Float to comparable units as assigned to support patient care needs
- Contribute to an evidence-based care environment focused on innovation, teamwork, and quality outcomes
Location Highlights
Madison offers a vibrant, welcoming community known for its scenic lakes, energetic downtown, and strong healthcare culture. It’s an excellent destination for nurses seeking Wisconsin healthcare jobs, travel nursing opportunities, and the chance to grow professionally while enjoying easy access to outdoor recreation and a highly regarded medical environment.
Apply now to join this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel assignment in Madison, WI.
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.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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