Med/Surg Tele | RN

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse | Des Moines, IA

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Des Moines, IA — 13-week travel nursing job for experienced telemetry RNs. Join a dynamic healthcare team in Des Moines, Iowa, as a Med/Surg Telemetry RN on a rewarding 13-week travel assignment. This opportunity is ideal for travel nurses and Registered Nurses looking to expand clinical skills caring for post-procedural, cath lab, and ER overflow patients in a supportive, collaborative environment. Des Moines (50314) is known for its vibrant downtown, friendly communities, and a blend of urban amenities with Midwestern charm — a great location for Iowa nursing jobs and Des Moines healthcare professionals.

Job Details

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 19, 2026)
• Setting: 9 South Telemetry Unit (Med/Surg Telemetry)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) — night shift RN / travel nurse schedule
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930 – $2,030
• Location: Des Moines, IA 50314 — Des Moines healthcare / Iowa nursing jobs

Job Requirements

• Active RN license
• Telemetry experience required (Med/Surg Telemetry / cardiac telemetry experience preferred)
• At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience
• Ability to work night shifts and holidays as needed
• Completion of all onboarding health and competency requirements (including drug screen, immunizations, and background check)

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to post-procedural patients, cath lab patients, and ER overflow — strong opportunity for clinical growth as a travel nurse and Med/Surg Tele RN
• Monitor and interpret telemetry data, responding promptly to changes in patient condition (cardiac telemetry monitoring)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Educate patients and families on post-surgical care and recovery
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to hospital policies and procedures

Apply now to join our Des Moines healthcare team as a Travel Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry RN). Submit your resume today or contact our recruiting team for immediate consideration. Join our healthcare team today and advance your travel nursing career in Des Moines, IA!

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.