Travel
Med Surg Tele
Des Moines, IA
Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN – Night Shift
Position Overview
Join the med-surg telemetry unit for a 13-week contract working nights. You'll care for a diverse patient population across medical-surgical services on a collaborative team committed to growth and positive patient outcomes.
Shift & Schedule
- 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours)
- Every third weekend required
- Holiday rotation participation required
- Float coverage across multiple campuses
Clinical Details
- Patient population: Medical-surgical patients, all acuity levels
- Unit focus: Telemetry monitoring with remote tech support
- Common medications/skills: Heparin management; telemetry/cardiac monitoring
- Scrubs: Navy blue, solid colors
Requirements
- RN license: Active Iowa or multistate/compact license
- Experience: Minimum 24 months med-surg or med-surg telemetry within the last 24 months
- Travel history: Must have completed at least one prior travel contract within the previous 18 months (no first-time travelers)
- Clinical skills: Proficiency with all med-surg patient types; recent charge or preceptor experience required
- EMR: Electronic health record experience required
- Certifications: Current BLS (AHA or ARC)
- Documentation: Valid driver's license
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start date: October 5, 2026
- Orientation: 16 hours
This is a role for a motivated, adaptable clinician ready to contribute to a growing unit and support peer learning.
