Job Description

Job Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/08/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Munster, Indiana\n

\n Advance your nursing career as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Munster, Indiana (zip code 46321). Join a leading Cardiovascular Intermediate Care Unit (CV IMCU) and provide expert cardiac care in a supportive healthcare environment. Munster offers convenient access to Chicago and a welcoming community, making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking Indiana healthcare jobs.\n

\n\nTravel Nursing Job Details\n

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• Location: Munster, Indiana (zip 46321) – Indiana nursing jobs\n
• Healthcare Setting: Cardiovascular Intermediate Care Unit (CV IMCU)\n
• Assignment Length: 8-week travel contract (Start: 12/1/2025 – End: 1/26/2026)\n
• Nursing Shift: Day shifts, 3x12-hour (07:00 – 19:30)\n
• Hours per Week: 36\n
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1880 - $2020\n
• Patient Ratio: 1:4\n
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend\n
• Charting System: EPIC\n
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue\n

\n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n

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• Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac Stepdown or Cardiovascular Intermediate Care nursing experience (first-time travelers considered with 3+ years of experience)\n
• Active Indiana RN license or compact nursing license\n
• Prior travel nursing experience required\n
• BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)\n
• Must pass onsite EKG exam (study guides provided)\n
• EPIC charting experience required\n
• Omnicell experience required\n
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (medical exemptions only)\n
• Ability to float to other hospital units as needed\n
• Maximum 5 days of requested time off per contract; no time off allowed during Christmas week (12/21–12/27)\n

\n\nCardiac Stepdown RN Responsibilities\n

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• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac and respiratory conditions (CHF, COPD, MI, angina, arrhythmias, post-surgical CV, trachs, post-MI, post-cardiac cath, renal failure, and more)\n
• Administer blood products, cardiac drips (no titration), and vasoactive drips\n
• Perform central and peripheral line care, chest tube management, wound care, and tracheostomy care\n
• Interpret dysrhythmias and provide telemetry monitoring (unit and remote)\n
• Manage feeding tubes, surgical drains, and oxygen therapy (high-flow nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP)\n
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, social services, rapid response)\n
• Float to other units (IMCU, Med/Surg, ICU) as needed based on census and acuity\n
• Complete required modules and orientation (up to 26 hours)\n

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\n Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Join our healthcare team in Munster, Indiana and make a difference in cardiac patient care. Apply now for this rewarding travel nursing job!\n

Benefits

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 #429291. 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

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

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.

 

Our Methodology

 

Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift,

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