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Assured Nursing

Travel Long Term Care RN

Boone, IA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Assured Nursing Job ID #37669216. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend ...

Assured Nursing

Travel Long Term Care RN

Mediapolis, IA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Assured Nursing Job ID #37797282. Pay package is ... Posted job title: RN:LTC,14:00:00-22:00:00 Benefits * Weekly pay * Holiday Pay * 401k retirement ...

Assured Nursing

Travel Long Term Care RN

Boone, IA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Assured Nursing Job ID #37740451. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend ...

Assured Nursing

Travel Long Term Care RN

Gladbrook, IA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Assured Nursing Job ID #37719245. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend ...

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel Neuro RN

Mason City, IA · On-site

Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week ... Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel Nurses, Inc. Job ID #339970. Pay package is based ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for 8 hour rn in Iowa is $41.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.59 and $48.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an 8 hour RN?

An 8 Hour RN job refers to a registered nursing position where the nurse works 8-hour shifts, typically covering morning, evening, or night schedules. These roles are common in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, where nursing care is required around the clock. Unlike 12-hour shifts, 8-hour shifts may provide better work-life balance and less physical strain. However, they may require more frequent shift rotations and could include weekends or holidays depending on the workplace.

What does a standard shift look like for an 8 hour RN, and how does the schedule impact work-life balance?

An 8 Hour RN typically works in fixed shifts, either mornings, afternoons, or nights, providing consistent and predictable hours compared to longer shifts common in nursing. This schedule allows for clear delineation between work and personal time, often contributing to improved work-life balance and reduced fatigue. RNs in these roles are responsible for focused patient care, detailed charting, and effective communication at shift change to ensure smooth transitions. Working in regular shifts often means collaborating closely with other nurses and interdisciplinary team members throughout the day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 8 hour RN position, and why are they important?

Excelling as an 8 Hour RN requires a current RN license, sound clinical judgment, patient care skills, and familiarity with standard nursing practices. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration technologies, and vital signs monitoring systems is typical. Strong organizational skills, dependability, and compassionate communication are crucial soft skills for managing care efficiently within a set shift. These abilities ensure continuity of care, patient safety, and smooth handoffs during structured 8-hour shifts.

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Travel PACU RN - $2,209 per week

TNAA TotalMed RN

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$2.2K/wk

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in [citSt]. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a PACU RN, you'll provide observation and care for post-op patients as they recover from surgical anesthesia. PACU Travel Nurses offer a crucial care step between surgery and recovery, and ensure that patients are monitored for any adverse reactions.
As a PACU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Handle a broad range of patients from pediatrics to adults.
  • Develop individualized care plans based on each patient's condition.
  • Monitor critical patients for condition changes and report to the physician.
  • Be responsible for determining when patients are recovered and ready to move to a room.
PACU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, PALS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Travel Job ID #1474816. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

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Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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