ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in West Burlington, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- West Burlington, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,302/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.94
- Weekly
- $2,302
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,704
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.94/hour — 69% 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
Join this 13-week travel contract in West Burlington, where you'll play a key role in providing specialized care in the cardiac and telemetry unit. This position offers the chance to work 12-hour day shifts, delivering attention to adult cardiac, stroke, vascular intervention, and hemodynamic monitoring patients. A unique aspect of this assignment is the requirement to self-study telemetry strips and pass a basic dysrhythmia test during the first week — ensuring you're fully prepared to work in the CCU. This role is ideal for experienced nurses comfortable with EPIC EMR systems, with an estimated 36-hour workweek that may include overtime. While there’s no regular call schedule, occasional on-call duties might be required, with a one-hour response expectation. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes in a vibrant and engaging environment.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time is mild with warm days and cooler evenings. The area enjoys clear skies and gentle breezes, creating a pleasant climate for outdoor activities and exploration.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Downtown Shopping and Dining - Explore local shops and enjoy regional cuisine.
- Cedar Rapids Day Trip - Visit the nearby Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and enjoy a scenic riverfront walk.
- Skywalk and Gardens Tour in Davenport - Stroll through the picturesque botanical gardens and take advantage of the scenic skywalk system.
- Hunter's Point Park - Experience outdoor recreation along the Mississippi River with walking trails and picnic spots.
- Historic Nauvoo (Illinois) Day Trip - Discover history and enjoy lakeside scenery just across the river.
Job Specifics:
Location: West Burlington, Iowa
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week with potential overtime
Additional info: Self-study telemetry, passing a dysrhythmia test, experience with EPIC EMR within the last 12 months, and availability for every other weekend and holiday rotations. Some on-call work may be required, with a response time of one hour.
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