What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse - Med Surg/Telemetry - $2,182 per week position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Dubuque, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/22/2026
- 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: Jun 22, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Float Pool Med/Surg Telemetry position in Dubuque, IA, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Surg or Telemetry experience and prior travel contract history.
Details- Float pool position covering General Med/Surg, Rehab, and Behavioral Health units in a 63-bed setting
- Patient population includes Med/Surg, Rehab, and Behavioral Health with a 1:4-5 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Administers drips including Insulin and Heparin
- EMR: Epic (experience required)
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (36 hrs/week)
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Holiday rotation required — must work 1-2 of the following summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day
- Active IA RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification highly preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, or Med/Surg Telemetry required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience administering Heparin and Insulin drips required
- Must have completed at least one travel contract within the past 12 months
- Valid driver's license required
- Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years preferred
- Scrub color requirement: Pewter Grey
- Candidates must reside more than 90 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
- First-time travelers will not be considered — at least one completed travel contract within the past 12 months is required
- Candidates who were employed by the client facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for consideration
American Traveler Job ID #P-714317. 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
About American TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $2,182