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Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association certification, with expiration date), NIHSS
License: Current RN license, verified through the state verification page dated within 30 days of start. California requires a picture of the hard-copy RN license.

Health and Immunizations

Physical/health statement from an exam within the last year
COVID-19 vaccine, or declination or exemption on agency letterhead (declination not accepted in CA or IL)
MMR, Hepatitis B, Influenza (seasonal), and Varicella: proof of vaccination or titer, or declination where allowed
Tdap within the past 10 years (declination accepted only where the site allows and the assignment does not involve Pediatric interaction)
TB screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) within the last year
10-panel drug screen completed and resulted within 30 days before start (no THC)
Fit test (3M 1860)
Color vision test

Background and Screening

Criminal background check (federal, nationwide, and county, last 7 years, with SSN verification) dated within 30 days of start
Education verification
Exclusion checks (EPLS, GSA/OIG, OFAC) dated within 30 days of start
Sex offender registry check (NSOPW), dated within 30 days of start
Iowa criminal history, sex offender, and dependent adult and child abuse registry check, completed within 30 days before start
I-9 (completed by the agency)

Documents and Training

Resume, skills checklist within the last year, and 2 professional references
Specialty-specific competency testing, completed within the last year
Testing (CORE exam), completed within the last year
Confidentiality and information system security agreement, conflict of interest disclosure, code of conduct, and non-employee upload form
System access form, uploaded one week before start
Child and adult dependent abuse training (Iowa only)
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Facility

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ADDRESS3421 West Ninth StreetWaterloo, IA 50702

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

Transportation

Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.

Demographics

Things to Do

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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