Med/Surg Tele | RN | 13-Week Travel Contract – Waterloo, IA
Compensation
$1,930.00 - 2,030.00/week
Med/Surg Tele RN Details
Location
Address : Waterloo, IA, 50702
Job Description
Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Waterloo, Iowa
Seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week medical-surgical telemetry contract in Waterloo, Iowa. Join an on-site hospital team caring for diverse adult patients while using strong assessment, prioritization, cardiac rhythm recognition, and telemetry-monitoring skills. This Iowa travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an adaptable RN who enjoys collaborative patient care and 12-hour night shifts.
Travel RN Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030
- Location: Waterloo, Iowa
- Healthcare Setting: On-site medical-surgical telemetry unit
- Start Date: November 16, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.
- Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend
- Openings: 1
Med/Surg Telemetry RN Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license and eligibility to practice in Iowa
- At least 1 year of recent medical-surgical and telemetry nursing experience
- Experience caring for adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions
- Strong cardiac rhythm recognition, patient assessment, and clinical prioritization skills
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and every third weekend
- Completion of required facility credentialing, competency validation, and onboarding documentation
- Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and independent decision-making skills
Travel Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult patients on a medical-surgical telemetry unit
- Assess patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and escalate concerns appropriately
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established standards and provider orders
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
- Perform ongoing nursing assessments, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuity of care
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge needs
- Promote a safe patient environment and contribute to effective medical-surgical unit teamwork
About Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, Iowa, combines a friendly community atmosphere with the natural beauty and affordability of the Cedar Valley. Healthcare professionals can enjoy a comfortable setting with access to outdoor recreation, local dining, cultural activities, and the conveniences of a growing regional city.
Apply now for this Travel RN medical-surgical telemetry job in Waterloo, Iowa, and take the next step in your nursing career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.