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Job ID: 897966
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,134.48
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Nights)
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 46-bed Medical Surgical unit, managing a variety of surgical cases (excluding orthopedic and spine)
- Maintain patient ratios of 1:5–1:6 during night shift hours
- Administer and monitor IV drips including amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, and milrinone
- Operate and manage equipment including chest tubes, JP drains, 3-way Foley catheters, and nasogastric (NG) tubes
- Float across Med Surg units within the facility as needed
- Work 1–2 designated holidays as required unless the unit is closed
Required Qualifications
- At least 24 months of current Medical Surgical, Stepdown, or Progressive Care RN experience
- Active Iowa RN license or Compact/Multistate license (verified Active in Nursys at time of submission)
- BLS certification through AHA (American Heart Association) or ARC (American Red Cross) – must be current and active
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records system
- Demonstrated experience with drips: amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, dobutamine, and milrinone
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
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
- Medical Surgical-specific skills checklist
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care environment with a well-established Medical Surgical program
- Overtime and on-call opportunities may be available, providing flexibility to maximize your earnings