Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,830 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) registered nurses are needed in a facility located in Des Moines, Iowa. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on medical-surgical and telemetry units. The position is scheduled for night shifts with every other weekend and holiday requirements.

Job Details:

• Location: Des Moines, Iowa
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active nursing license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent, minimum of 1 year of experience in Medical Surgical with Telemetry, and experience working in Iowa or willing to obtain licensure there.
• Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as BLS and ACLS are highly desirable.
• Additional Information: Candidates must be willing to float to the main campus in Des Moines as required. Responsibilities include patient assessment, administering medications, monitoring telemetry equipment, and documenting patient care according to facility protocols.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1278758. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus