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Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Dubuque, Iowa
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center

$1,886-2,203/week
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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry

Location: Dubuque, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Job Description

  • Every Other Week (EOW) and Holiday rotation (holidays included in contract such as Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day)

Required Qualifications

  • License: Valid RN license for Iowa

  • Certifications:

    • BLS (American Heart Association) – required for all direct patient care personnel
    • ACLS (American Heart Association) – required for RNs in critical care areas
    • NIHSS certification
  • Health & Safety:

    • Fit Test
    • Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen (completed within 30 days of start)
    • COVID-19 Vaccine (proof of booster, declination or exemption accepted except in CA or IL)
    • MMR vaccination or immunity proof
    • Hepatitis B vaccination series (titers not accepted)
    • Influenza vaccine or declination (dates apply)
    • 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive
    • Varicella vaccination or immunity proof
    • Tdap vaccine (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
    • Physical/Health Statement confirming fitness to work (within last year)
  • Professional Requirements:

    • License/Certificate Verification (dated within 30 days of start)
    • Trinity Code of Conduct Form
    • Trinity I9 Form
    • Trinity Confidentiality and Security Agreement
    • Trinity Integrity and Audit Services Form
    • Trinity Non Employee Upload Form
    • Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing (attach specialty exam completed within a year)
    • Trinity Profile (resume, skills checklist within a year, 2 professional references)
    • Trinity Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
    • Criminal Background Check (Federal, Nationwide, County for last 7 years, SSN verification, dated within 30 days)
    • Education Verification (highest academic degree or diploma/GED)
    • EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check dated within 30 days
    • GSA/OIG Exclusion check dated within 30 days
    • Trinity Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam within a year)
    • NSO (National Sex Offender) check dated within 30 days
    • Trinity System Access Form (must be completed and uploaded one week before start)
    • Trinity Skills Checklist (provided by agency for clinical contractors)
    • Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training (Iowa only)
    • Iowa Sing Report (Criminal History, Sex Offender, Dependent Adult & Child Abuse Registries check within 30 days prior to start)
    • OFAC Sanctions Search (within 30 days of start)

Experience Requirements

  • Specialty: RN Medical / Surgical / Telemetry
  • Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for specialty unless otherwise specified by recruiter

Prior Travel Experience

  • No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Additional Notes

  • All certifications and verifications must be current and uploaded to the system prior to start date
  • Specialty exam must be completed within the last year
  • Drug screen panel excludes THC
  • Must comply with all Trinity Health policies and forms as part of onboarding

This position is suitable for experienced RNs with Medical/Surgical and Telemetry skills seeking a 13-week long-term assignment in Iowa with holiday rotations.

Facility

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center

3.5rating(11 reviews)
5.0rating
Yashika G
Yashika G
Rehabilitation (RN)
Jun '25
Review of MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center on Aug 16, 2025
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MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 215 beds
ADDRESS250 Mercy DriveDubuque, IA 52001
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About Dubuque, IA

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Dubuque, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Dubuque is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 28°F, and average lows are around 10°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Dubuque, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing availability.
Transportation
  • Dubuque is fairly car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Dubuque has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Dubuque offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports along the Mississippi River.
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