Travel RN Med Surg/Telemetry - $2,182 per week

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
• StartDate: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position in Waterloo, IA, requiring at least 24 months of med/surg or telemetry experience and prior travel nursing experience within the last 12 months.

Details

• 25-bed telemetry tech monitoring unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Telemetry patient population requiring cardiac monitoring, including rhythm strip interpretation and dysrhythmia reads
• Drips/titrations include: heparin, insulin, diuretic infusions, amiodarone, diltiazem, and 3% saline infusion
• Post-op surgical care cases include EGD, colonoscopy, cardiac cath, pacemaker, and minor surgery
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 3x12-hour shifts per week (36 hrs/week)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required across med/surg and post-op units
• Holiday rotation required

Requirements

• Active IA RN license or compact/multistate RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum 24 months of experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, or Med/Surg Tele required
• Post-op surgical care experience (EGD, colonoscopy, cardiac cath, pacemaker, minor surgery) required
• Experience managing drips/titrations including heparin, insulin, diuretic infusions, amiodarone, diltiazem, and 3% saline infusion required
• Ability to confidently read EKGs/ECGs, rhythm strips, and identify dysrhythmias required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must have completed at least one travel nursing assignment within the previous 12 months
• Valid driver's license required
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry nursing care including continuous cardiac monitoring and drip management to med/surg patients
• Float responsibilities may include post-op and general med/surg units
• A supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years is preferred
• Candidates who were previously employed at this facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for consideration
• First-time travelers will not be considered — prior travel experience within the last 12 months is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-733563. 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.