Travel Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN - $1,966 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: 10/19/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse Job in Des Moines, IA | 12-Hour Day Shifts Travel RN opportunity in Des Moines, Iowa for a Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse. Join a dynamic inpatient team, provide high-quality adult patient care, and enjoy a rewarding contract assignment in a welcoming Midwest city with vibrant downtown amenities, parks, trails, and local dining. Job Details Specialty: Medical/Surgical Telemetry Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN) Location: Des Moines, IA 50314 Healthcare Setting: Inpatient medical-surgical telemetry unit Start Date: 10/04/2026 End Date: 04/03/2027 Contract Duration: 26 weeks Hours per Week: 36 Shift: 12-hour day shifts Schedule: Every other weekend / every other holiday Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,750 - $1,840 Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing or Telemetry nursing experience required Strong clinical assessment, prioritization, and critical thinking skills Ability to care for a diverse adult patient population in a fast-paced inpatient setting Comfort working 12-hour day shifts with weekend and holiday rotation Current compliance and onboarding requirements must be completed prior to start Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate bedside nursing care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients Monitor patient conditions, interpret telemetry data, and communicate changes promptly Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care and facility protocols Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and thoroughly Support patient education, discharge planning, and continuity of care Maintain a professional, team-oriented approach while adapting to unit needs Apply now to join this travel nursing assignment in Des Moines, Iowa and advance your career in Med/Surg Telemetry healthcare jobs today. 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 518605. 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: 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 learn more.