Acute | RN

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry/Stepdown (PCU) – Johnson City, NY

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel RN job in Cardiac Telemetry and Stepdown/PCU at a leading healthcare facility in Johnson City, NY (zip code 13790). This travel nursing assignment offers hands-on clinical experience, competitive pay, and the chance to join a dedicated healthcare team in New York’s scenic Southern Tier. Johnson City is an excellent location for healthcare professionals, featuring a welcoming community, beautiful parks, and easy access to local amenities and outdoor recreation.

Travel RN Job Details – Cardiac Telemetry/Stepdown

• Location: Johnson City, NY 13790 (New York healthcare jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 12/18/2025 – End: 3/14/2026)
• Clinical Setting: Med/Surg Telemetry, Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Shifts: 12-hour day shifts, 3 shifts per week (36 hours/week), every other weekend required
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2200 - $2360
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (W2)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Active New York State RN License (required for New York nursing jobs)
• BLS Certification (AHA, HSI, or American Red Cross)
• ACLS Certification
• Completion of a telemetry skills checklist
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in cardiac telemetry or stepdown/PCU
• Clinical experience with TAVR, Watchman, mitral clips, heart catheterizations, pre/post-op open heart (post CVICU transfer), cardiac IV/PO, cardiac drips (cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, lidocaine, milrinone, heparin, insulin), anticoagulants, CHF, CP, arrhythmias, NSTEMI, STEMI, PE, post-op CABG (>3 days), sepsis, PNA, stroke, observation patients, TR band use, groin management, and complication management
• Excellent collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and specialty nursing certification

Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, delegate, coordinate, implement, and evaluate nursing care for cardiac telemetry and stepdown/PCU patients
• Serve as primary or accountable nurse for assigned patients
• Educate patients and families on health promotion and cardiac disease management
• Safely administer medications and demonstrate clinical pharmacology proficiency
• Ensure compliance with nursing standards and healthcare regulations
• Participate in unit council, quality improvement, and peer review initiatives
• Engage in professional development and continuing education
• Integrate nursing research and evidence-based practice into patient care
• Support onboarding of new employees and nursing students in a collaborative healthcare environment
• Complete required skills checklists and perform additional duties as assigned

Johnson City, NY (13790) is a top destination for travel nurses and healthcare professionals, offering excellent amenities, a friendly atmosphere, and proximity to outdoor adventures in the Southern Tier. Enjoy small-town charm with access to local dining, cultural events, and beautiful parks. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in New York!

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:www.ghrhealthcare.com

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.