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$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Phsorg

$39.69 - $58.17/hr

Progressive Care units include Acute Medical Step-Down, Cardiac Step-Down, and Neuro Step-Down. In Progressive Care, there are opportunities for RNs to gain leadership experience through Preceptor ...

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

$39.69 - $58.17/hr

Progressive Care units include Acute Medical Step-Down, Cardiac Step-Down, and Neuro Step-Down. In Progressive Care, there are opportunities for RNs to gain leadership experience through Preceptor ...

Mission Hospital

RN - Step Down

Zanesville, OH · On-site

$2.0K/wk

This is a 12-Hour NOC, 19:00:00-07:00:00, 12.00-3 position in the Open Heart Recovery, Telemetry Cardiac, Step Down. Proper State License and have at least 2 years of recent Step Down experience.

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How much do cardiac step down jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac step down in the United States is $22.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a cardiac step down nurse?

To thrive as a Cardiac Step Down nurse, you need strong cardiac assessment skills, advanced knowledge of cardiovascular conditions, and a valid RN license, often with ACLS certification. Familiarity with cardiac monitoring systems, telemetry equipment, and electronic health records is typically required. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help nurses excel in fast-paced, high-acuity environments. These skills ensure timely intervention, accurate patient monitoring, and optimal care outcomes for patients recovering from cardiac events.

What are common challenges faced by nurses working in a cardiac step down unit, and how can they be addressed?

Nurses in Cardiac Step Down units often manage patients with complex cardiac conditions who require close monitoring but not intensive care. Common challenges include balancing high patient acuity with time management, staying updated on rapidly changing patient statuses, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams. To address these challenges, strong communication skills, ongoing cardiac-specific education, and effective collaboration with physicians and allied health professionals are essential. Many units also provide mentorship programs and regular training to support professional growth and build confidence in managing complex cases.

What is the difference between Cardiac Step Down vs Cardiac Telemetry Nurse?

AspectCardiac Step DownCardiac Telemetry Nurse
CertificationsRN, ACLS, BLSRN, ACLS, BLS
Work EnvironmentSpecialized cardiac units, intermediate careTelemetry units, monitoring patients remotely
Job FocusMonitoring and caring for patients with complex cardiac conditionsMonitoring cardiac rhythms, early detection of arrhythmias

Both roles require RN licensure and similar certifications, but Cardiac Step Down nurses work in intermediate care units with more hands-on patient care, while Cardiac Telemetry Nurses focus on rhythm monitoring and early detection in telemetry units. The roles are closely related, with overlapping skills but different daily responsibilities.

How much do cardiac step down nurses make?

Cardiac step down nurses typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They work in specialized units requiring knowledge of cardiac care, monitoring equipment, and patient assessment skills.

What is a cardiac step down nurse?

Cardiac Step Down nurses are specialized registered nurses who care for patients transitioning from the intensive care unit (ICU) to a lower level of monitoring, typically after cardiac events or surgeries. These nurses monitor vital signs, administer medications, and respond to any changes in a patient's cardiac status. They play a critical role in patient recovery by providing close observation and support during this crucial period. Cardiac Step Down nurses also educate patients and families about cardiac health and recovery processes.
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Infographic showing various Cardiac Step Down job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,233 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Charge Nurse - Cardiac Step Down

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Location Address:
1100 Central Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106-4930
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $42.69Maximum Offer $61.17
Summary:
Job Description Summary
How you grow here matters...Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full timeFTE: 0.90Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
Presbyterian is looking for an Charge RN for our Cardiac Step Down unit. This unit is comprised of a
38-bed unit committed to the health of our patients by providing the highest level of care using a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. The unit provides patient-focused, specialized care to patients requiring telemetry monitoring for various cardiovascular disorders, including cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure. Patients recovering from myocardial infarction, coronary intervention, pacemaker implantation and electrophysiology procedures are also cared for on this unit. Our unit also has approximately 50% regular progressive care-type patients. Cardiac Progressive Unit provides quality care to all its patient populations through a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach. Comprehensive, professional patient care is provided during the inpatient stay, followed by personalized discharge planning to meet outpatient needs.
Qualifications:
  • Experience: Minimum One year of nursing experience required
  • Associate Degree in Nursing minimum from an accredited academic nursing program (If a program is under conditional status, approval may be granted by system CNO)
  • State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
  • BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire
  • ACLS

Specialty Certifications: Specialty Certifications in area of practice preferred
  • CDS Inpatient
  • Progressive and Critical Care Units: ACLS
  • Emergency Departments: ACLS, PALS
  • Pediatrics / PICU: PALS
  • Newborn Nursery / Mother-Baby Care / NICU: NRP
  • Family Birthing Center: NRP and Fetal Monitoring; permanent charge requires ACLS in addition to others
  • Pre-op / Operating Room / PACU: ACLS, PALS
  • Oncology Chemotherapy certification

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Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
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Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

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