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Observation Unit RN
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mercy Medical Center

$1,960-2,200/week

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Observation Unit RN

Overview

Travel/Contract role in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00–7:30
36 hours per week
Postoperative surgical population
Ratio: 1:5
Will float to like units as needed

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Iowa
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
DOU - Direct Observation Unit (1 year of experience)
DOU - Direct Observation Unit experience within the last year
Short Stay experience
Experience with Epic

Patient Population / Clinical Focus

Bedded outpatient surgical
Total knee and hips
ENT
Chole
Medical observation cases including syncope, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, generalized weakness, TIA, and dizziness

Preferred

None stated

Facility

Mercy Medical Center

4.1rating(16 reviews)

Anonymous

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Staff Position

4.0rating

Review of Mercy Medical Center on Sep 4, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
243 beds

ADDRESS701 Tenth Street SoutheastCedar Rapids, IA 52403

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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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