Travel Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,074 per week

American Traveler; Elkader (IA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a skilled travel nurse RN Med Surg for a temporary position in Elkader, Iowa. This role involves working 36 hours per week on evening shifts (12-hour shifts) in a hospital Med Surg unit setting.

Applicants must have an active RN license in Iowa or a Compact state, along with BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications. Local candidates are welcome to apply, with a pay package to be confirmed based on shifts and hours.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Iowa or a Compact state.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications required.
• Willingness to provide COVID vaccination documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a Med Surg unit setting.
• Work evening shifts (17:45–06:15) and every other weekend.
• Handle patient assessments and care plans.

Skills

Active RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NIHSS certification

COVID vaccination

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Details

• Hospital Med/Surg unit setting
• Night shift schedule: 17:45–06:15
• Every other weekend (EOH2 out of 6 weekends) required
• 13‑week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in Iowa or a Compact state currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS, NIHSS
• COVID vaccination card required for consideration
• Two professional references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• PALS and NRP certifications noted as part of the unit's credential profile — candidates with these are encouraged to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-707990. 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