Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiac Stepdown Location: Petoskey, MI Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $2,400 to $2,550 per week Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Cardiac Stepdown RN in Petoskey, Michigan, 49770!
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown

Location: Petoskey, MI

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts (day and night), 36-hour guarantee per week; specific start/end times vary by assignment and will be provided

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor cardiovascular patients on the telemetry/stepdown unit with sharp clinical judgment
• Interpret EKGs and respond quickly to arrhythmias and other cardiac events
• Provide post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients (18–24 hour postop management)
• Manage congestive heart failure patients and collaborate on individualized care plans
• Support electrophysiology procedures and follow-up care for device patients
• Float to similar units as needed to ensure safe staffing and continuity of care
• Participate in clinical trials and research activities when applicable, documenting accurately
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes

Qualifications

• Active RN license — Michigan (LARA and Nursys verification required)
• Minimum 1+ year of Stepdown/Telemetry experience (required)
• Proficiency in cardiac nursing and comfort with EKG interpretation (required)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications (required)
• Willingness to work a travel assignment and float to similar units (required)
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment caring for complex cardiac patients

Education

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required — nursing degree (ASN/ADN or BSN) as applicable for licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and EKG rhythm recognition
• Post-operative cardiac nursing and wound/line management
• Management of congestive heart failure and advanced cardiac therapies
• Familiarity with PTCA, stents, TAVR, MitraClip, and bi-ventricular pacemakers
• Experience with electrophysiology studies and device management
• Solid clinical documentation, patient education, and team collaboration skills
• Comfort functioning in medical-surgical and stroke unit care as needed

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help make your move easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you and your family stay healthy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life Insurance and other protections for peace of mind
• Referral bonus program — bring a great colleague and get rewarded
• A supportive team that values YOU and your professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Petoskey, MI

Petoskey sits on Little Traverse Bay with lovely shoreline and beaches — hunt for Petoskey stones, stroll the Gaslight District for boutique shops and local eats, and enjoy nearby Petoskey State Park. Outdoor lovers will appreciate hiking and biking trails, scenic drives for fall color, and easy weekend trips to Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Mackinaw City (plus ferries to Mackinac Island). In winter, hit nearby slopes like Nubs Nob and Boyne Mountain for skiing. Friendly small-town charm, lakeside sunsets, and abundant outdoor recreation make this a great place to explore between shifts.

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About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don't just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we've been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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