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Med Surg RN (Registered Nurse) in Des Moines, IA - Contract

$2,649 - $3,192 per month

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Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA

Specialty: Med Surg

Position Type: Travel

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Pay: $2649 - $3192 | Shift: 4x12 Nights

Are you a dedicated Med Surg nurse ready to embark on a new adventure? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for post-operative care? If you‘re eager to make a difference in patients‘ lives while exploring the vibrant community of Des Moines, IA, this opportunity is for you.

Join our healthcare partner as a Med Surg Registered Nurse, where you‘ll be an integral part of a team providing compassionate care to patients recovering from surgeries such as hip/knee replacements, mastectomies, and abdominal procedures. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring positive patient outcomes and enhancing their recovery journey.

  • Provide exceptional nursing care to post-operative patients
  • Administer medications and manage drips, including PCA and Heparin
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans
  • Utilize EPIC EMR for accurate documentation and patient management
  • Float across multiple campuses as needed
  • Need 2 years experience in setting
  • COVID-19 vaccine (medical and religious exemptions may apply)
  • Active Iowa or compact/multistate RN license required
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC required
  • Experience with PCA and Heparin drips required

Transform your career and achieve your professional goals by joining our team. Discover the rewarding experience of travel nursing while making a significant impact on patient care. Apply today and let Capstone Health help you reach your full potential!

At Capstone, we know that when healthcare professionals feel supported, they provide the best care for their patients. That‘s why we offer personalized recruiter support and comprehensive benefits to help you build a fulfilling career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our travelers enjoy a range of traditional and modern benefits, including:

  • Dedicated Recruiter
  • $1,000 Unlimited Referral Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Complementary Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Lodging and Meals & Incidental Reimbursement (with qualified tax home)
  • Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
  • Completion Bonus
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • And more!
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