Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $3,214 per week

Company: Reliant Staffing Solutions/RSS Medical
Location: Dayton
Posted on: January 3, 2026

Job Description:

Reliant Staffing Solutions/RSS Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 01/19/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 48 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Summary (List Format): - Cardiac Nursing Experience Required: Must have experience caring for post-operative CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft) and valve surgery patients. - Stepdown/Progressive Care Experience: Application must show experience in SD (Stepdown) or PCU (Progressive Care Unit) with at least a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio; ICU experience does not qualify. - CABG Experience: Must have direct experience with CABG patients. - EPIC EMR Experience: Required proficiency in EPIC charting. - Patient Ratios: Expected to manage 1:4-6 patient ratio. - Contract Details: 48-hour contracts; - Certifications & Skills Required: - Successful completion of an online EKG telemetry competency assessment before assignment start. - BLS, ACLS, IV start, NIHSS, and cardiac drip titration; must be able to interpret cardiac strips. - N95 fit testing prior to working in HRRU unit (or PAPR if needed). - Preferred Experience: At least 1.5 years of Level 1 or Level 2 hospital experience; previous travel nursing experience preferred. - Floating Requirements: - Must float as needed per facility discretion, including to high-risk respiratory/COVID units. - May be required to float between main and satellite campuses within 15 miles. - Scheduling Requirements: Must be available for every other weekend and holiday shifts. - Cancellation Policy: Facility may cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract (2 per 8-week contract) due to low census; can terminate contract with 2 weeks’ notice. - No Employee Incentives: Travelers are not eligible for permanent staff incentives. - Unit Details: 36-bed unit specializing in pre- and post-op open heart (CABG, valve, mitral clip, TAVR), thoracotomy, lung cases (pneumothorax, hemothorax, chest tube, zephyr valve), and advanced cardiac patients on continuous telemetry. - Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs required. - Time-off Requests: Must be submitted with initial application; no additional RTO allowed post-offer. - Submission Requirements: Application, current Nursys report; certifications listed on application suffice (no need to submit separately). 3135131 About Reliant Staffing Solutions/RSS Medical Reliant Staffing Solutions – Connecting Healthcare Professionals Nationwide Since 2016, Reliant Staffing Solutions has been proudly serving clients and candidates across the healthcare ecosystem. Our services are designed to meet the unique needs of both employers and job seekers, creating balanced, successful, and fulfilling workplaces for everyone. We are a full-cycle staffing firm dedicated to aligning talent with organizational needs through proven strategies and the latest recruitment practices. At Reliant, we focus on building lasting relationships, knowing that exceptional service drives success for all. Our mission is simple: deliver the support you deserve while helping you achieve your goals. From temporary (PRN, local, and travel contracts) and temp-to-hire to direct hire placements, we are committed to creating positive outcomes and fostering workplaces where both employers and candidates thrive. In addition, your compensation package includes the following options: o Eligibility for health, vision and dental coverage o Telemedicine o Discounts on prescriptions o Simple IRA retirement plan o Life Insurance o Hospital Indemnity Insurance o Accident Insurance o Cancer Insurance o Working Advantage Program o LifeLock Identity Theft Protection o Sick Pay o Stipend Pay o Referral Pay Contact us: info@reliantstaffingsolutions.com

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