Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,293 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Des Moines, Iowa Travel ER RN job in Des Moines, Iowa: Join a fast-paced Emergency Department team and make a meaningful difference every shift. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for a confident, compassionate nurse who thrives in high-acuity emergency care and enjoys the energy of a busy ED. Des Moines offers a welcoming Midwest atmosphere, a vibrant downtown, and easy access to restaurants, parks, and local attractions. If you’re looking for rewarding Iowa nursing jobs and a travel nursing assignment with great weekly pay, this role is worth exploring. Job Details Position: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment Setting: Emergency Department / Emergency Room Location: Des Moines, Iowa Duration: 26 weeks Start Date: October 5, 2026 End Date: April 4, 2027 Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM Hours Per Week: 36 Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,040–$2,150 Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing At least 1 year of recent Emergency Room or acute care nursing experience Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient advocacy skills Ability to adapt quickly to changing patient needs, priorities, and emergency department workflow Willingness to work every other weekend and every other holiday as scheduled Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the Emergency Department Perform patient assessments, triage, and ongoing monitoring Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate timely patient care Respond quickly and calmly to urgent and emergent situations Document care accurately and maintain patient safety standards Support smooth patient flow while delivering compassionate, efficient emergency nursing care Why Choose This Travel Nursing Job? Competitive weekly estimated pay Opportunity to gain valuable Emergency Room experience Travel RN assignment in a desirable Midwest location Work in a dynamic Emergency Department environment Apply now to join this travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse opportunity in Des Moines, Iowa, and take the next step in your healthcare career. 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. GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID 516231. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.