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 : 01 / 07 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Tele position caring for post-operative surgical patients with telemetry experience on a 28-bed hospital unit.
Responsibilities
Work setting is a 28-bed medical-surgical telemetry hospital unitPatient population consists of post-operative surgical patients requiring telemetry monitoringNurses are responsible for reading telemetry strips and managing cardiac drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Lasix, and InsulinExperience with PCA pumps, epidurals, chest tubes, and continuous bladder irrigations (CBIs) is requiredState-of-the-art bedside monitors are used in every patient roomEpic EMR is used and prior experience is requiredCore responsibilities include providing skilled nursing care to a diverse surgical patient population with a focus on telemetry and complex medication managementTeam members are trained on advanced bedside monitoring equipmentTravelers are required to work 2 of 3 major winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, Thanksgiving)Time off is limited to 1 day between holiday periods from 11 / 26 to 11 / 30 and 12 / 23 to 1 / 2 for all travelersRequirements
Active IA or compact RN license required at the time of considerationCurrent BLS certification requiredAt least 2 years of recent experience in Med / Surg, PACU, or post-operative care within a hospital settingProven tele strip reading experience is requiredPrevious travel contract must have been completed in the last 12 months; first-time travelers not eligibleExperience with Epic EMR requiredSupervisory reference from within the last 2 years requiredBenefits
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 DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-645883. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.