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Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Stepdown RN - $2,365 per week

Company: ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
Location: Asheville
Posted on: January 10, 2026

Job Description:

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel RN Position Job Notes: Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2 years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available. Opportunity: RN - PCU Job Details: • Work in cardiovascular progressive care unit (CVPC) on E4 - CVPC Heart Tower floor • Manage patient ratio of 1:5 patients per RN • Care for primary patient population including cardiovascular surgery and vascular surgery patients (open heart surgery, thoracic lung surgery, esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass, carotid endarterectomies) • Handle overflow medical cardiology patients with diagnoses of heart failure, DKA, chest pain, sepsis, heart block • Perform procedures including epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucommander, and cardiac drip management • Work with equipment including Baxter IV pumps, CADD epidural pumps, various lifts, and Cerner EMR system • Must have stepdown and telemetry experience (candidates without these skills will not be considered) • Prior cardiovascular surgery and vascular surgery population experience within a year preferred • CVICU experience preferred • Must be team player who enjoys fast-paced environment and is flexible • Required certifications: ACLS and BLS • Float to any stepdown (1:5 ratios) or medical surgical units (1:6-7 ratios), ER inpatient holding area (1:6) • Dress code: All navy, white tops/navy bottoms, or all white scrubs • No call required • Minimum 6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday day/night) per 6-week schedule period required • Must be flexible to work holidays Facility: This flagship hospital is licensed for 815 beds and serves as the region's referral center featuring the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and Level III neonatal intensive care unit. The facility earned Healthgrades recognition as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023 and received Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A" rating. The hospital achieved prestigious Magnet Designation in November 2020 and operates the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas, providing the only open heart and interventional cardiology services in the region. Location: Asheville, NC Asheville offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The city provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities with hiking trails, breweries, and a vibrant arts scene, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and exceptional quality of life. Adex Job ID 965632. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009. Benefits Referral bonus

Keywords: ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC, Knoxville , Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Stepdown RN - $2,365 per week, Healthcare , Asheville, Tennessee


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