Med Surg

Medical-Surgical Travel Nurse | Des Moines, IA | Nights

This 13-week contract places you on a post-operative medical-surgical unit caring for patients recovering from orthopedic procedures (hip/knee), mastectomies, and abdominal surgeries. The unit is a warm, supportive environment — including a resident emotional support canine.

Schedule & Contract Details

• Nights, 4×12-hour shifts (48 hrs/week; 36-hour option available)
• Start date: October 12 (firm)
• Every 3rd weekend required
• Holiday rotation: must work 1–2 of the 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day)
• Float requirement: travel across multiple campuses within the health system

Clinical Requirements

• Minimum 24 months of Medical-Surgical experience in a hospital setting (required)
• Post-operative surgical experience (highly preferred)
• Hands-on experience with hip/knee, mastectomy, and abdominal surgery patients (highly preferred)
• PCA and Heparin drip experience (required)

Certifications & Licensure

• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate license (required at time of submission)
• BLS from AHA or American Red Cross (required)
• Valid driver's license (required)

Documentation

• Discipline-specific skills checklist (Medical-Surgical or Med-Surg/Telemetry)
• Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, or director within the past 24 months (preferred)

First-time travelers are welcome to apply.