Posted 09/18/2026 · Job #518814
Med/Surg Tele RN- Des Moines, Iowa
Job Description
Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Telemetry Contract in Des Moines, Iowa
Looking for Med/Surg Telemetry travel nursing jobs in Des Moines, IA? Join a dynamic resource pool team in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare setting and bring your telemetry nursing expertise to a respected Midwest hospital community. This 26-week travel RN assignment offers 12-hour night shifts, guaranteed hours, and the opportunity to grow your clinical experience.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical Telemetry (Med/Surg Tele)
- Location: Des Moines, IA 50314
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
- Shift Pattern: Every other weekend / every other holiday
- Duration: 26 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,750 – $1,840
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience preferred
- Strong medical-surgical and telemetry assessment skills
- Ability to work overnight nursing shifts and maintain excellent clinical judgment
- Comfort working in a team-based, resource pool environment
- Completion of required health, compliance, and onboarding documentation prior to start
Med/Surg Telemetry RN Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care to Med/Surg Telemetry patients
- Monitor telemetry patients and recognize changes in condition promptly
- Perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, and support treatment plans
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to promote positive patient outcomes
- Document care accurately and maintain strong attention to detail
- Support patient education, discharge preparation, and overall unit flow
- Adapt to the needs of the resource pool while delivering reliable, patient-centered care
Why Choose This Des Moines Travel Nursing Job?
Des Moines offers a welcoming Midwest atmosphere, a strong healthcare community, and a great mix of city conveniences and local charm. With nearby parks, restaurants, and cultural attractions, it is an appealing place to live and work while enjoying a balanced travel nursing assignment in Iowa.
Apply now to start your Med/Surg Telemetry travel RN assignment in Des Moines, Iowa, and join a healthcare team that values quality patient care.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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