Travel Med Surg RN - $2,138 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Days)

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Day Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 46-bed Medical Surgical unit serving general med surg and all surgical cases except orthopedic and spine
• Manage patient ratios of 1:4/5 during day shift in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Administer and monitor continuous IV drips including amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, and milrinone
• Operate and manage equipment including chest tubes, JP drains, 3-way foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes
• Document all patient care activities accurately using EPIC electronic medical records
• Float across Medical Surgical units within the facility as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months of current Medical Surgical, Stepdown, or Progressive Care RN experience
• Active Iowa RN license or active Compact/Multistate RN license
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records system
• Demonstrated experience managing drips: amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, and milrinone
• Hands-on experience with chest tubes, JP drains, 3-way foley catheters, and NG tubes

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Join a well-established acute care facility offering a structured, supportive environment for both experienced travelers and first-time travel nurses
• Gain valuable experience across multiple Medical Surgical units within a large, active hospital setting

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #767491. 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: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

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