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Job ID: 895333
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,842.81
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown
Location
Augusta, GA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3×12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to an adult and geriatric population on a cardiac stepdown unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Monitor and manage patients presenting with post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, and peripheral vascular disease
- Perform and interpret telemetry monitoring, EKG, and Doppler studies
- Assist with peritoneal dialysis as part of the care team
- Document accurately using Epic (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication frameworks
- Float within the facility and within scope of practice as needed
Required Qualifications
- Active RN licensure in Georgia or a Compact state required at time of submission
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant nursing experience; first-time travelers are welcome
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Proficiency with Epic is required
- Local candidates are welcome and accepted
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in a cardiac stepdown or telemetry unit setting
- Familiarity with Pyxis medication dispensing systems and SBAR communication
- Experience caring for patients with peritoneal dialysis needs
Why Join Us
- Work in a structured cardiac stepdown environment with a consistent unit census, offering meaningful clinical experience with a diverse cardiac patient population
- First-time travelers are encouraged to apply, making this an excellent opportunity to launch your travel nursing career