Registered Nurse MedSurg/Pediatrics
Carroll, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (MedSurg & Pediatrics) - Iowa, Carroll

Job Details

• Specialty: MedSurg & Pediatrics
• Location: Carroll, Iowa
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 12-hour shifts (7 AM start), 36 hours per week
• Schedule: 6-week cyclic schedule, with attempts to accommodate scheduling needs (no guaranteed block scheduling)
• Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun), flexible to Sat/Sun/Mon if needed
• Holiday Requirement: Yes, typically 1 major and 1 minor holiday depending on season and contract duration

Unit Information

• Unit: MedSurg/Pediatrics (19 beds, can overflow to CCU)
• Nurse:Patient Ratio: Goal 1:4, may be up to 1:6
• Nurse Aide Support: Yes; goal 1:6 day shift, 1:8 night shift (varies by census and staffing)
• Floating: Required to float to CCU or OB; cross-training opportunities available for Behavioral Health and ER upon request
• Telemetry Monitoring: No dedicated monitor techs; CCU nurses monitor telemetry. RNs are encouraged (but not required) to train in telemetry interpretation. Phillips monitors used.
• Charge Nurse: Oversees MedSurg/Peds and CCU; typically no patient caseload but may take assignments as needed

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

• Adults and Pediatrics
• Common adult diagnoses: CHF, Pneumonia, COPD, Sepsis, Knee/Hip/Shoulder replacements, Colon and general surgeries
• Common pediatric diagnosis: RSV

Required Certifications & Skills

• Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS
• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years MedSurg/Peds nursing experience
  • Minimum 1 year prior travel nursing experience required
• Skills:

  • Ability to titrate Heparin drips
  • Familiarity with telemetry monitoring preferred but not mandatory

Orientation & Training

• One 12-hour shift orientation specific to the unit
• Opportunity to assist with quality projects and unit initiatives

Additional Information

• Scrub colors allowed: Grey, Black, Pink, or White (scrubs provided)
• Medication drawer keys are controlled; must be signed out and returned each shift to avoid replacement fees
• Positive work culture emphasizing teamwork and professionalism
• Breaks: Two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch per shift

This position is ideal for experienced MedSurg/Peds RNs who have prior travel experience and are comfortable working in a flexible, team-oriented environment with varied patient acuity and occasional floating responsibilities.