Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,135 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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
This is a registered nurse position in a medical-surgical with telemetry unit at a healthcare provider located in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves providing patient care in a busy medical-surgical setting, adhering to hospital protocols and clinical standards, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position requires a compassionate approach to patient care and the ability to work efficiently during day shifts.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant nursing experience, and the ability to work in the United States.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), experience working in medical-surgical or telemetry units.
• Float: Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The role involves delivering comprehensive patient care within a medical-surgical with telemetry unit, following facility protocols, and maintaining compliance with all safety and clinical procedures.

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 #1290878. 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