Telemetry RN in West Burlington, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- West Burlington, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,179/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.53
- Weekly
- $2,179
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,308
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.53/hour — 60% 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
- 849 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa from 6 agencies, 32 of them in West Burlington.
- Pay in these listings: $17.80 – $112/hour, median $57.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Iowa: $37.80/hour ($78,624/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.25/hour across 429 jobs).
Job description
This travel healthcare contract offers a fantastic opportunity for registered nurses specializing in telemetry to work in a vibrant hospital setting in West Burlington, Iowa. You'll be mainly responsible for delivering high-quality care to adult, geriatric, and medical/surgical patients, with a focus on telemetry monitoring. Your days will involve assessing patients, implementing care plans, and ensuring accurate rhythm interpretation—plus, you'll get the chance to demonstrate your skills with a basic dysrhythmia test-out during orientation. The unit's pace keeps everyone sharp, and you'll need to pass the telemetry strip study to be fully onboarded. Expect 12-hour day shifts across a 13-week assignment, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. This role is perfect if you're looking for a dynamic environment and enjoy working with a close-knit team in a facility that values your expertise.
Weather:
Expect generally moderate weather during this time of year, with pleasant days that make walking or outdoor breaks enjoyable. Cooler evenings may invite a cozy evening indoors or a peaceful walk around local parks.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Downtown West Burlington for local shopping and dining
- Visit the Des Moines River for scenic outdoor activities
- Day trip to Burlington's Snake Alley, known as the crookedest street in the world
- Explore the Putnam Museum and Science Center in Davenport, about an hour away
- Go for a hike or picnic at Riverside Park in West Burlington
Job Specifics:
Location: West Burlington, IA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks (approximately 36 hours per week) with potential overtime and rotations for every other weekend and holiday
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