IMCU Registered Nurse
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,550/weekOverview
- Start Date12/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Intermediate Care Unit position specializing in adult medical cardiology and cardiac care. The role provides care for patients requiring telemetry monitoring, temporary cardiac pacing, vasoactive and anticoagulant medication infusions, and postoperative cardiac and thoracic surgical support. The position includes a night schedule and requires experience in a large Level I or Level II trauma setting.
Job Details
- Schedule: Night shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Experience in a large Level I or Level II trauma setting.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Iowa or compact nursing license.
- Additional Information:
- Provides care for adult medical cardiology, cardiac surgery, and thoracic surgery patients.
- Cares for patients requiring telemetry monitoring, temporary cardiac pacing, vasoactive medication infusions, and anticoagulant medication infusions.
- Supports postoperative patients following esophagectomies, Nissen fundoplications, thoracotomies, heart transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting, valve replacements, and transcatheter aortic valve replacements.
- Provides care for patients with cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, chest pain, post-procedural coronary interventions, and cardiac arrhythmias.
- Supports patients with left ventricular assist devices.
- Holiday coverage is expected.
- Start dates are available on Mondays through 12/28/2026.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Iowa City, IA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
- Expect warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
- Car-friendly city with ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
- Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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