Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 10 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring a skilled RN for a Med / Surg Tele position requiring strong EKG interpretation skills, Epic EMR experience, and an active IA or compact RN license.
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Position based on a hospital Med / Surg Telemetry unit with a bed capacity of 130Patient ratios are 1 : 6 on the unitResponsibilities include managing cardiac drips such as heparin, insulin, lasix, amiodarone, diltiazem, and digoxinUnit requires monitoring of telemetry patients and interpretation of EKG / ECG rhythms and dysrhythmiasEpic EMR is utilized and prior Epic experience is requiredPossible float to Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, ICU, and some post-procedural areasCandidates must be willing to work two of three major winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, or Thanksgiving) in 2025Limit of one day off request allowed during the holiday periods of 11 / 26 / 25-11 / 30 / 25 and 12 / 23 / 25-1 / 2 / 26Nurses will manage and titrate multiple cardiac drips and perform advanced telemetry responsibilitiesTeam-based interdisciplinary environment with possible float coverage to other critical hospital areasCandidates must successfully complete training on cardiac dysrhythmias and annual education modulesFirst-time travelers are welcome if experience requirements are metOne supervisory reference from within the past two years is required for considerationAnnual educational modules with embedded test questions are mandatoryReturned employees may not have worked at the facility within the past 12 months\n \n Requirements\n
Active Iowa or compact RN license requiredMinimum of 2 years recent experience in Med Surg, Tele, or Med / Tele nursingFirst-time travelers accepted if they have at least 3 years of RN experienceCertifications required : ACLS (AHA), BLS, NIHSS, and a de-escalation certificate (CPI, MOAB, or MAB)Must be able to read and interpret EKG / ECG rhythms and perform all telemetry-related tasksEpic EMR experience requiredCandidates must be able to complete a two-day class on cardiac dysrhythmias and pass a test, with annual completion of additional educational modulesCandidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-631969. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Tele
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
