Med Surg Tele

Med/Surg Telemetry | Travel RN | Fort Dodge, IA

Shift & Schedule

Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 3×12s | 36 guaranteed hours per week | 13-week contract | Start date: November 9, 2026

Unit Overview

This Med/Surg Telemetry unit cares for post-surgical and post-cardiac catheterization patients. Nurses manage a variety of drips including cardiac, heparin, insulin, and titrated infusions. The role requires comfort with higher-acuity situations, as float coverage to the ER and ICU may be required.

Float Requirements

Travelers may be asked to float within the same discipline across local campuses.

Schedule Expectations

• Every third weekend required
• Must be available to work 1–2 of the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's
• Orientation begins every Monday

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg, Telemetry, or Med/Tele experience (first-time travelers accepted with at least 3 years of nursing experience)
• Willingness to float to ER and ICU as needed
• Active Iowa RN license
• ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications required
• Taxable home address must be 50+ miles from the facility

Submission Checklist

• Updated resume/work history
• Skills checklist (completed within the past 12 months)
• One supervisory reference
• License verification (dated within 30 days)
• Copies of required certifications