Travel Telemetry Med/Surg Float RN - $2,760 per week
Job Summary
The Telemetry Medical Surgical Float nurse position is based in Waterloo, Iowa. This role involves providing specialized patient care across multiple units within the healthcare facility, with a focus on telemetry, medical-surgical, and progressive care. The position requires flexibility to float across various units as needed, delivering quality nursing services in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Shift Time: Nights
Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
Minimum Hours Per Week: 48 hours
Start Date: 08/10/2026
Experience Requirements
0 years minimum of current Telemetry, Medical Surgical, or Progressive Care experience; at least 2 years of nursing experience preferred, especially for first time travelers
Certifications
Active American Heart Association or ARC/AMERICAN RED CROSS ACLS
Basic Life Support (BLS)
De-Escalation Certificate (such as CPI, MAB, MOAB) preferred
NIH Stroke Scale certificate desirable but can be obtained during onboarding
License Requirements
Active Iowa or multistate license
Skills
Proficiency in reading EKG/ECG including rhythm strips and dysrhythmia reads
Experience and comfort with drips such as heparin, insulin, Lasix, amiodarone, diltizem, digoxin
Electronic Medical Record: EPIC EMR experience required
Float Requirements
Nurse will be assigned to float across Med Surg, Behavioral Health (BH), Emergency Department (ED), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and post-procedural areas as needed, with primary care extending to Med Surg units based on census and staffing needs
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus