Travel Float RN - Med Surg ​/ Stepdown - $2,977 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med Surg/Float Pool position requiring an active Iowa or compact RN license and a minimum of 36 months of progressive care, stepdown, or med surg experience.

• Hospital-based Med Surg and Stepdown units with bed size varying by unit
• Cares for adult patients with all types of medical-surgical and stepdown conditions
• Patient ratios of 1:4/5 during days and evenings and 1:6 during nights
• Floats between Med Surg and Stepdown units as needed
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Works 4x12-hour afternoon shifts from 11a-11p, 48 hrs/week (36 hrs/week option available)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Holiday rotation required

• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum of 36 months of progressive care, stepdown, or med surg/medical surgical experience required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Experience administering and titrating nitro, heparin, and amiodarone required
• Stepdown experience preferred
• Critical care experience is a plus
• Neurology care experience preferred
• Oncology care experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred

• Provide direct patient care across Med Surg and Stepdown units, floating between the two as needed based on patient census
• Scrub colors required are black or navy
• Must work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a 10% reduction to the bill rate
• Past employees of the health system (FTE or PRN, including float pool) are not eligible to work travel assignments at any facility within the market; this restriction does not apply to prior travel contractors
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-742401. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.