Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse - $2,265 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Nights)

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 24-bed Medical Surgical unit serving as the facility's stroke unit, with a night shift patient ratio of 1:6
• Safely administer medications including heparin, cardizem, and amiodarone as ordered
• Care for patients with neurological conditions, including stroke patients, utilizing NIH Stroke Scale assessment skills
• Float between Medical Surgical and Stepdown units as needed
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly using EPIC EMR
• Participate in required holiday coverage during designated summer holidays

Required Qualifications

• Active Iowa RN license (verified through Nursys or State of Iowa)
• Minimum of 12 months of Medical Surgical experience required; minimum of 18 months of total hospital or medical center nursing experience required
• 24 months of current Med Surg, Medical Surgical, Oncology, or Neurology experience reflected in work history
• Demonstrated experience administering heparin, cardizem, and amiodarone
• Experience caring for neurology patients
• Active BLS certification through AHA or ARC
• Valid driver's license
• Med Surg, Oncology, or Neurology-specific skills checklist

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for oncology patients
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (may be obtained during onboarding)
• EPIC EMR experience
• Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity for nurses looking to begin their travel career
• Work on a specialized stroke unit gaining valuable neurological and Medical Surgical experience in a supportive clinical environment

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #754581. 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: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others