Cardiac Stepdown | RN | 13-Week Travel Contract – Leonardtown, MD

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment | Leonardtown, MD

Cardiac Stepdown RN (Travel) in Leonardtown, MD — 13-week assignment; ACLS/BLS required; PCU/IMC telemetry experience preferred.

Embark on a rewarding 13-week travel nurse assignment as a Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse in Leonardtown, Maryland (St. Mary's County, zip code 20650). Join a collaborative team in a progressive Intermediate Care (IMC) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting, providing expert cardiac telemetry nursing and complex medical care for adult patients. This travel RN opportunity in Leonardtown, MD offers scenic waterfront living and a welcoming small-town community while you advance your clinical experience.

Job Details

• Location: Leonardtown, MD — St. Mary's County (20650)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,710 – $1,800 (competitive travel RN pay)
• Setting: Intermediate Care / Cardiac Stepdown / PCU (Telemetry)
• Shift: 3 x 12-hour day shifts (06:45 – 19:15)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required (schedule directed by unit needs)
• Float: Required to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units as needed
• Scrubs: Caribbean blue (not provided)

Qualifications & Certifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland or compact state (MD license preferred)
• Minimum 2 years recent PCU/IMC/Stepdown or cardiac telemetry nursing experience
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam (minimum 80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms)
• Experience with bedside cardiac monitoring, telemetry interpretation, IV infusions, and non-titratable drips
• Skills in central/peripheral line care, PCA and feeding tube management, and basic ventilator/respiratory collaboration preferred
• Ability to float to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units as needed
• First-time travel nurses encouraged to apply — travel nurse jobs in Maryland available

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients in a Cardiac Stepdown/IMC/PCU setting
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms on telemetry, respond to rhythm changes, and manage cardiac drips (no titration)
• Perform bedside monitoring for up to 8 patients using cardiac monitoring devices, ultrasound IV access, and lift equipment
• Administer medications, manage central and peripheral lines, and provide care for chest tubes, PCA infusions, and feeding tubes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, and Social Services for coordinated patient care
• Float to Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units as operationally required (typical ratios 1:5–1:6)
• Maintain accurate documentation, uphold infection control standards, and follow isolation precautions

Why Join Our Team in Leonardtown, MD

• Work as a travel RN in a supportive cardiac stepdown/telemetry environment with experienced clinical teams
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with complex cardiac patients and advanced monitoring technology
• Enjoy life in scenic St. Mary's County — waterfronts, local dining, and small-town community living
• Competitive pay and a structured 13-week travel assignment with potential for future opportunities

Apply now for this Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Leonardtown, MD. Join our healthcare team today and advance your career in cardiac telemetry nursing!

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.