Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 12/17/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Tupelo, Mississippi

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) in Tupelo, MS. Join a leading healthcare team at a Level 2 trauma hospital, providing expert cardiac care in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Tupelo offers a vibrant local culture and scenic parks, making it a top destination for Mississippi nursing jobs.

Estimated weekly salary: $1,780 - $1,910

Key Job Details – Cardiac Stepdown RN

Location: Tupelo, MS 38801 (Mississippi healthcare jobs)

Unit: Cardiac Stepdown Unit (16 beds)

Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse

Start Dates: 12/3/2025 or 12/17/2025

Duration: 13-week travel nursing contract

Shift: 12-hour days (7a-7p)

Hours per Week: 36

Schedule: 3-1-3 or 6 on/8 off (confirmed at contract start)

Floating: Required to other stepdown units as needed

Weekend/Holiday: Rotating, including Christmas or New Year's shifts

EMR: Epic

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Mississippi RN license (Registered Nurse)

BLS and ACLS certifications (required for cardiac nursing jobs)

NIH Stroke Scale certification

Minimum 1 year of recent cardiac stepdown or stepdown RN experience

Ability to float to other stepdown units within the hospital

Full scheduling flexibility and availability

Must pass Basic and Advanced Dysrhythmia test (80% or higher)

Fingerprinting process must begin within 48 hours of offer acceptance

All compliance documents due 7 days before start date

Cardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients in the cardiac stepdown unit

Monitor, interpret, and respond to cardiac rhythms

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes

Float to other stepdown units as required

Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR

Follow hospital policies, including infection control and safety protocols

Participate in weekend and holiday rotations

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: 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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #432056. 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 Planet Healthcare

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Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

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Referral bonus

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