Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Cedar Rapids, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA. 13-week contract • EPIC • BLS required • 12-hour weekend day shifts.

Join the dynamic team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (52402), a vibrant city known for its welcoming community, beautiful parks, and thriving arts scene. This travel nursing position in a modern Surgical Specialty Unit (SSU) offers excellent clinical experience and the chance to enjoy everything Cedar Rapids has to offer.

Job Details

• Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (52402) — Cedar Rapids travel nursing / Iowa nursing jobs
• Unit: Surgical Specialty Unit (SSU) — Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) RN role
• Employment Type: Travel Contract / Travel Nurse opportunity
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour days, Friday–Sunday (0700–1930) — weekend travel nursing shift
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020-$2130
• Patient Ratio: 1:4–1:5 (days)
• Bed Size: 46
• Scrubs: Black or Blue
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC EMR (required)

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) RN experience (required)
• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multi-state RN license (required)
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC (required)
• Proficient in drip management and IV infusion therapies (amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, milrinone) — critical for surgical nursing
• Experience with surgical/post-op equipment: chest tubes, JP drains, 3-way Foley, NG tubes (required)
• EPIC EMR experience (required) — documentation and charting for travel nursing roles
• Stepdown/PCU or progressive care experience (highly preferred) — strong plus for Surgical Specialty Unit
• Professional reference from a charge/supervisor/nurse manager/director within the last 24 months (preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License (required)
• Completed skills checklist specific to the Medical-Surgical discipline (required)

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for adult patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures (excluding ortho and spine)
• Deliver post-operative care, pain management, and patient education to optimize recovery and outcomes
• Monitor and manage patients on drips and specialized equipment; perform infusion and titration per protocol
• Manage drains, chest tubes, NG tubes, and advanced wound care as needed
• Float across Med/Surg units and support other teams within the facility as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams — surgeons, anesthesiologists, case management, and rehab services — to ensure coordinated patient care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using EPIC EMR and adhere to facility protocols and safety standards
• Work scheduled weekend shifts (Friday–Sunday) and participate in unit-based quality initiatives

Experience the rewarding challenge of travel nursing in Cedar Rapids — where your Med/Surg nursing skills make a meaningful impact. First-time travel nurses are welcome. Apply now to join our travel nursing team and advance your surgical nursing career in Iowa!

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