Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,365 per week
Waterloo, IA, 50702, USA
- $12 p/hour
- Healthcare
- travel nurse
- RN telemetry
- med surg nursing
This position is for a Travel Nurse RN specializing in telemetry and med-surg care, providing patient monitoring and nursing interventions in a 130-bed medical surgical telemetry unit. The role requires expertise in EKG/ECG reading, handling drips, and working 12-hour night shifts with a 1:6 patient ratio, including floating to other departments like behavioral health and ICU. Candidates must have relevant certifications, nursing experience, an Iowa nursing license, and EPIC EMR proficiency.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/07/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Opportunity:
RN - Med Surg Tele
Job Details:
• Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing nursing care through the application of the nursing process
• Patient ratio of 1:6 with telemetry monitoring responsibilities
• Must be able to comfortably read EKG/ECG including all telemetry-related duties and rhythm strips
• Handle various drips including heparin, insulin, lasix, amiodarone, diltiazem, and digoxin
• May float to behavioral health, emergency department, ICU, and post-procedural areas
• Work every other weekend including holiday rotation
• Required to work 2 of 3 winter holidays (Christmas, New Years, or Thanksgiving)
• Limited time off requests between 11/26/25-11/30/25 and 12/23/25-1/2/26
• 2 years experience in Med Surg, Tele, or Med/Tele required
• First-time travelers accepted with at least 3 years of nursing experience
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Must pass Basic Dysrhythmia Assessment with 80% or higher
• Required certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS, NIHSS, MOAB
• Iowa nursing license required
• Same day interviews available via phone/text from 405 area code
• Must live minimum 50 miles from facility
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a 130-bed medical surgical telemetry unit that provides comprehensive care for patients requiring cardiac monitoring and medical intervention. The facility utilizes EPIC electronic medical records and maintains modern telemetry equipment for continuous patient monitoring. The organization emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork and provides opportunities for professional growth through floating to various specialty areas including behavioral health, emergency services, and critical care units.
Location:
Waterloo, IA
Waterloo offers a welcoming Midwest community atmosphere with affordable living costs and access to outdoor recreation along the Cedar River. The city provides a strong healthcare community with opportunities for professional growth while maintaining small-town charm and family-friendly amenities.
Adex Job ID #63725. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
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