Travel Contract

Med Surg RN
Cedar Rapids, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,160/week

Posted 6 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/16/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,160/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

Iowa Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) (Nights)

Overview

Temp assignment in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
13-week contract
Nights, 12 hours per day
46-bed unit
Patient types: Med Surg and all surgical cases except ortho and spine
Patient ratios: 1:4/5 on days; 1:5/6 on nights
Scrubs: Black or Blue
Traveler will float across Med Surg units throughout the hospital

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Iowa
PCU - Progressive Care Unit (1 year of experience)
PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Driver's License
Experience with titratable drips: amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, milrinone
Equipment experience with chest tubes, JP drain, 3-way foley, NG tube
Med Surg experience
Experience with Epic

Preferred

Professional reference/reference check from within 24 months of today’s date

Additional Notes

First-time travelers are welcome
Unless the unit is closed, the contractor is required to work 1–2 of the 3 upcoming summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day
NBO: 16 hours

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1094 reviews)

266 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Cedar Rapids, IA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor spaces for hiking and biking.

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