
Med/Surg RN in Carroll, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Carroll, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,923/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.42
- Weekly
- $1,923
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,996
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.42/hour — 41% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa ($37.80/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa right now
- 782 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa from 6 agencies, 7 of them in Carroll.
- Pay in these listings: $17.80 – $112/hour, median $58.85/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Iowa: $37.80/hour ($78,624/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($59.86/hour across 423 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel contract as a Registered Nurse supporting a combined Medical-Surgical and Pediatrics unit in Carroll, Iowa. This role includes caring for adult patients with conditions such as CHF, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, and post-operative needs, along with pediatric cases including RSV. Nurses should be comfortable managing heparin drips, interpreting telemetry when needed, and floating to areas such as CCU or OB to assist with coverage. Candidates with at least three years of Med/Surg/Pediatrics experience and one year of travel experience are required. BLS, ACLS, and PALS are required, though candidates without PALS may be considered for a Med/Surg assignment. Enjoy the steady rhythm of 12-hour nights while working with a supportive team that values flexibility, quality initiatives, and a positive work culture.
Weather
Carroll typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with refreshing outdoor conditions, changing foliage, and occasional brisk days. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for enjoying time outside.
Fun Things To Do
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Local Outdoors: Enjoy walking, fishing, and relaxing at Swan Lake State Park.
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Carroll Exploration: Browse downtown shops, restaurants, and local community attractions.
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Recreation Day: Spend time at Graham Park or take advantage of local recreational facilities.
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Day Trip to Des Moines: Explore museums, restaurants, entertainment, and city parks in Iowa’s capital.
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Day Trip to Omaha: Visit the zoo, riverfront, museums, and dining destinations across the state line.
Job Specifics
City and State: Carroll, Iowa
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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