Med Surg Tele

Med/Surg Telemetry – Travel RN | Des Moines, IA | Nights | 13-Week Contract

This med/surg telemetry unit provides care for a broad range of medical-surgical patients in a collaborative, evolving environment. The team values adaptability, positive attitude, and a willingness to support peers as the unit continues to grow in how it serves its community.

Shift & Schedule

• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 4x12-hour shifts per week (48 hrs standard; 36 hrs may be accommodated)
• Holiday rotation required (1–2 of upcoming holidays)
• Weekend commitment: every other or every third weekend depending on staffing/census

Clinical Details

• Patient population: general med/surg, variety of acuity levels
• Heparin drips administered on unit
• Remote telemetry monitoring
• Float requirement across multiple campuses within the health system
• Scrubs: Navy blue, solid

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months of Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• At least one completed travel contract within the past 18 months (no first-time travelers)
• Heparin experience required
• Recent charge or preceptor experience required
• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate license required
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required

Preferred Qualifications

• Telemetry/cardiac background strongly preferred
• Skills checklist specific to med/surg discipline

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start date: November 9, 2026
• Location: Des Moines, IA
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility