Travel Med Surg​/Telemetry RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Marshalltown, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN
- Med/Surg Tele for a night shift position requiring active Iowa or compact RN licensure and 24 months of Med/Surg-Tele experience.

• 16-bed hospital unit with a 5:1 patient ratio
• Patient population includes telemetry and post-op surgical patients (ortho and general surgery)
• Responsible for reading and measuring telemetry strips
• Utilizes Epic EMR for charting
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• No on-call requirements
• Required to work every 3rd weekend, including holiday rotation if scheduled

• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum 24 months of Med/Surg and/or Med/Surg-Tele experience in a hospital or medical center setting required
• Ortho and general surgery care experience required
• Epic EMR charting experience required
• Drip management experience required:
  Insulin, Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
• Telemetry experience preferred
• Professional reference from a supervisor, charge nurse, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the last 24 months preferred
• Valid driver's license or proof of permanent residency required for consideration
• First-time travelers accepted with minimum 24 months of current nursing experience

• Provide direct patient care to telemetry and post-op surgical patients, including ortho and general surgery cases
• Monitor, read, and measure telemetry strips as part of daily responsibilities
• Manage medication drips including Insulin, Cardizem, Heparin, and Amiodarone
• Holiday coverage required, with travelers expected to work 2 of 3 winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, or Thanksgiving)
• Limited time-off requests permitted during peak holiday periods (11/26-11/30 and 12/23-1/2)
• Candidates previously employed at this facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-744203. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg Tele

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.