Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/11/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) Job – Des Moines, Iowa

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) in Des Moines, Iowa (50314). This 13-week travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to join a leading healthcare resource pool, providing exceptional patient care in both Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units. Experience the vibrant culture and welcoming community of central Iowa while working in a top-rated healthcare setting.

• Job Title: Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Des Moines, IA (Zip: 50314) – Iowa nursing jobs
• Healthcare Setting: Resource Pool – Medical/Surgical & Telemetry Units
• Contract Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 11/30/2025 – End: 2/28/2026)
• Shift: 12-Hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1750-$1800

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry nursing
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Ability to work night shifts and every other weekend/holiday as scheduled
• Completion of all onboarding health and competency requirements (including drug screen, immunizations, and skills checklist)

• Deliver high-quality patient care in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units
• Monitor and interpret telemetry data, responding promptly to changes in patient status
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
• Administer medications, treatments, and nursing procedures as ordered
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes
• Provide compassionate support and education to patients and their families

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN job in Des Moines, Iowa, and join our dedicated healthcare team today!

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GHR Healthcare Job . 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

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