ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements
Opportunity:
RN - Med Surg Tele
Job Details:
• Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing nursing care through application of the nursing process
• Every other weekend schedule including holiday rotation
• Required to work 2 of 3 winter holidays (Christmas, New Years, or Thanksgiving)
• Limited to 1 day request off between 11/26/25-11/30/25 and 12/23/25-1/2/26
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6 on 25-bed telemetry monitoring unit
• Float across med surg units including post op, may float to BH, ED, ICU
• Administer and titrate drips including heparin, insulin, diuretic infusions, amiodarone, diltiazem, 3% saline infusion
• Must comfortably read EKG/ECG and handle all telemetry-related duties including rhythm strips and dysrhythmia reads
• Complete two-day Identifying Cardiac Dysrhythmias class (6-8 hours each day) with passing test score
• Annual educational module completion with embedded test questions required
• Use EPIC EMR system
• 2 years Med Surg or Med/Tele experience required
• Post op surgical experience strongly encouraged (EGD, colonoscopy, Cardiac Cath, Pacemaker, minor surgery)
• Must have completed travel assignment within previous 12 months
• Basic Dysrhythmia Assessment with 80% passing score required
• Required certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA)
• Iowa nursing license required
• Must reside minimum 50 miles from facility
Facility:
This healthcare organization operates a comprehensive medical facility featuring a 25-bed telemetry monitoring unit that provides specialized cardiac care and medical-surgical services. The facility utilizes advanced technology including EPIC EMR systems and offers various specialty services across multiple units including post-operative care, behavioral health, emergency department, and intensive care. The organization emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork and maintains high standards for patient care through continuous education and competency requirements.
Location:
Waterloo, IA
Waterloo offers a vibrant community atmosphere in eastern Iowa with a rich cultural scene, beautiful parks along the Cedar River, and affordable living costs. The city provides excellent work-life balance opportunities with outdoor recreation, historic attractions, and proximity to larger metropolitan areas while maintaining a welcoming small-town feel.
Adex Job ID #63550. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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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