Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry / PCU / Stepdown
Waterloo, IA
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,145/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Float Nurse, Acute Care Nurse, Medical Surgical Nurse, Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse, Telemetry Nurse, Progressive Care Nurse, Definitive Observation Unit Nurse, Intermediate Care Nurse, Stepdown Nurse or Surgical Stepdown Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) Float / Med Surg/Telemetry / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown
Overview
- Location: Waterloo, Iowa
- Employment type: Temp
- Shift: Nights
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Unit / assignment context: No home unit; assigned to float across Med Surg, BH, ED, ICU, and some post-procedural areas as needed
- Experience note: 24 months of experience in Progressive Care, Stepdown, Med Surg, Tele, or Med Surg / Telemetry is required
- Travel note: First-time traveler accepted with at least 2 years of nursing experience
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Iowa
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Float experience within the last year
- 2 years of float experience
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
- Stepdown experience
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Driver's License
- Experience, comfort, and proficiency with the following drips: heparin, insulin, lasix, amiodarone, diltiazem, digoxin
- Ability to comfortably and confidently read EKG/ECG including all Tele related duties and responsibilities (rhythm strips, dysrhythmia reads)
- Experience with Epic
Preferred
- Professional reference / reference check from within the last 24 months
- De-Escalation Certificate (SAMA, MAB, MOAB, CPI)
- NIH Stroke Scale certificate
Additional Notes
- Required to work 1–2 of 3 upcoming winter holidays unless the unit is closed
- Orientation dates listed: 11/16, 11/30, 12/14
- Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must be at least 50 miles from the facility based on driver’s license
- Past employees of the health system may be restricted from travel assignments based on prior employment status and timing
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
8 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Waterloo, IA
As a Travel Float Nurse in Waterloo, IA here's what you should know:- 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.
- In summer, average highs are around 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.
- 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.
- 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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