Travel Contract

Med Surg Telemetry RN
Waterloo, IA
NURSE's Etc. Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,470/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start Date02/23/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care199 beds
Setting
Hospital

Pay

11% higher than average Registered Nurse / Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,470/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,224/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

Submission Requirements
Quickly interviewing viable candidates: Phone call/text from a 405 area code

24 months of experience in Med Surg, Tele, Med/Tele [required] -- (FLOAT: may float to BH, ED, ICU and some post-procedural areas)
1st time traveler accepted with at least 2 years of Nursing experience (hospital/medical center experience will be prioritized)
Drips on Unit: heparin, insulin, lasix, amiodarone, diltizem, digoxin [required]
MUST be able to comfortably/confidently read EKG/ECG including all Tele related duties/responsibilities (rhythm strips, dysrhythmia reads)
EPIC emr experience [required]
De-Escalation Certificate (SAMA, MAB, MOAB, CPI) -- [document] [highly preferred] --- can be obtained during onboarding
NIH Stroke Scale certificate - [document] [highly preferred] -- can be obtained during onboarding

Certification Requirements
ACLS (AHA)
BLS
MOAB
NIHSS
State License Requirements
Iowa
Compact Allowed

NURSE's Etc. Staffing Job ID #506708. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Facility

UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital

3.9rating(12 reviews)

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Short Term Acute Care
199 beds

ADDRESS1825 Logan AvenueWaterloo, IA 50703

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Employer

NURSE's Etc. Staffing

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$2,002–3,487/week

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About Waterloo, IA

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Waterloo, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Waterloo, IA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

Transportation

Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.

Demographics

Waterloo has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Waterloo offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking are popular in the area.

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