Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

Job Description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a Travel Nurse RN in Med/Surg / Telemetry for a position in Dubuque, Iowa.

Travel nursing opportunity:
Med/Surg Telemetry RN in Dubuque, IA — 13‑week contract, nights, cardiovascular unit. Join our travel nursing team and grow your acute care experience while enjoying small‑city charm.

Embark on a rewarding travel nursing assignment as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) in the vibrant riverfront city of Dubuque, Iowa. This travel nurse position supports a dedicated cardiovascular Med/Surg Telemetry unit where telemetry monitoring, ECG interpretation, and advanced cardiac assessment skills are essential. Dubuque offers picturesque bluffs, a lively downtown, and abundant outdoor recreation — an ideal location for travel nurses seeking a balance of professional growth and quality of life.

• Position:
  Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) / Travel Nurse
• Location:
  
  Dubuque, IA 52001
• Start Date:
  
  March 9, 2026
• End Date:
  June 7, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed
  
  Hours:
  
  36 hours per week
• Shift: 12‑hour Nights (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM)
• Holiday Rotation:
  Includes Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day as applicable
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1910 - $2010

• Active RN license — Iowa RN or Compact (multistate) RN license accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
• Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg Telemetry or acute care experience (telemetry nurse or cardiovascular experience preferred)
• Strong clinical skills in telemetry monitoring, ECG interpretation, cardiac assessment, and safe medication administration
• Ability to complete onboarding: health screenings, background check, and competency testing
• Proficiency with EMR documentation and interdisciplinary communication in an acute care setting

• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care to adult patients on a cardiovascular Med/Surg Telemetry unit.
• Continuously monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms and ECGs; promptly identify and escalate changes in patient condition.
• Perform comprehensive physical and cardiac assessments, develop and update individualized care plans, and document accurately in the EMR.
• Administer medications and cardiac‑related therapies safely and per orders, including IV medications and titrations when applicable.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, patient education, and discharge planning.
• Support safe night‑shift nursing operations with effective prioritization, handoffs, and timely response to urgent needs.
• Maintain infection prevention, patient safety, and quality improvement standards during every shift.

This travel nursing assignment provides hands‑on telemetry experience, competitive weekly pay, and the opportunity to work in a focused cardiovascular Med/Surg unit in Dubuque, Iowa. It is ideal for RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in Iowa or telemetry nursing roles that enhance cardiac and acute care skills.

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job . 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:
Med/Surg Tele.

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