Cardiac Stepdown | Registered Nurse | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Lynchburg, VA
Compensation
$2,020.00 - 2,130.00/week
Cardiac Stepdown RN Details
Location
Address : Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Job Description
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract in Lynchburg, Virginia
Travel RN opportunity in Lynchburg, VA: Join a Cardiac Stepdown team in an intermediate care setting and provide high-quality care to cardiac, telemetry, neuro, and med-surg patients in a fast-paced teaching-hospital environment.
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join a collaborative clinical team in Lynchburg, Virginia. This travel nursing job is ideal for a nurse who thrives in dynamic acute care settings, is confident with charge responsibilities, and enjoys delivering excellent patient care in a supportive hospital environment.
Located in Central Virginia, Lynchburg offers scenic surroundings, historic charm, and easy access to outdoor recreation. It’s a great location for nurses searching for Virginia nursing jobs with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a vibrant, livable community.
Job Details
- Position: Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel Contract
- Setting: Intermediate Care / Cardiac Stepdown Unit
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
- Start Date: October 5, 2026
- Orientation: Held every other Monday
- Schedule Notes: 36- or 48-hour contracts may be available; major holiday coverage is required
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in Virginia or a compact state
- Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care nursing experience required
- Travel nursing experience required
- Charge nurse experience preferred
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications
- Experience with Cerner preferred
- Ability to provide a complete work history and explain any gaps over 90 days
- Skills checklist and license verification required for submission
- Must be available to work at least one major holiday
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to cardiac stepdown and intermediate care patients
- Care for a diverse patient population including med-surg, telemetry, cardiac IMCU acuity, neuro, and CVA patients
- Monitor patient status, assess changes, and respond promptly to evolving clinical needs
- Support charge responsibilities when assigned and help maintain smooth unit operations
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold clinical standards in a teaching-hospital environment
- Support students, new hires, and teammates with a professional, team-oriented approach
- Adapt to unit needs and provide dependable holiday coverage as required
Apply now to join this Cardiac Stepdown RN travel contract in Lynchburg, Virginia, and take the next step in your healthcare career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.