Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,167 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Des Moines, IA | 13-Week Night Shift Assignment

Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Des Moines, IA — 13-week night-shift travel nursing job for experienced critical care RNs with current BLS and ACLS certifications. Join a collaborative ICU team providing high-quality care in a modern hospital setting.

Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel / Travel Nurse / Travel RN
• Location: Des Moines, IA 50314 – Located in the heart of Iowa, Des Moines is known for its vibrant downtown, welcoming community, and affordable cost of living. The city offers excellent amenities, diverse dining, beautiful parks, and a thriving arts and culture scene, making it an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and a high quality of life.
• Unit: ICU / ICU Flex Pool (Intensive Care Unit, critical care)
• Start Date: May 5, 2026
• End Date: August 3, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,040 – $2,150 (estimated travel nursing pay)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active RN license (Iowa or compact state) — Registered Nurse (RN) required
• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience as a critical care RN
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) certification preferred
• Ability to float within the ICU Flex Pool as needed
• Compliance with onboarding health and competency requirements (immunizations, drug screen, background check)

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment using established ICU protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacists) to develop and implement patient care plans
• Administer medications, manage ventilators, titrate vasoactive drips, and perform advanced ICU clinical procedures as needed
• Educate patients and families on care plans, progress, and discharge instructions
• Maintain a safe, compliant, and supportive environment for patients and staff in a fast-paced critical care setting

Apply now to join our Des Moines healthcare team as a Travel ICU RN. Submit your resume or contact our recruiting team today to learn more about this Des Moines, IA travel nursing opportunity.

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 Job ID #474508. 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: Med/Surg Tele

About GHR Healthcare

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

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