Med Surg Travel Nurse Des Moines, IA | Nights; x

Position: Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Des Moines, IA | Nights (3x12)
This Med Surg travel nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Mercy One Des Moines Medical Center. This role pays $2,094 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3×12 schedule. Read more

In this Med Surg travel nursing job, you will provide patient care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this Med Surg travel nurse job in Des Moines, IA, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

• Facility: Mercy One Des Moines Medical Center
• Location: Des Moines, IA 50314
  
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• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Nights (3×12)

Travel Nursing Requirements:

• 2+ years of recent Med Surg nursing experience.
• Active Iowa RN License or Compact License (if applicable)

Benefits

• Day One Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
• Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
• Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Des Moines, IA Guide

Des Moines, IA supports a broad healthcare market for the metro and surrounding communities, which keeps staffing needs consistent. Mercy One Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health drive much of the inpatient volume, with intensive care units and medical-surgical units that frequently rely on traveler coverage. Des Moines International Airport helps simplify rotations between contracts. Downtown's skywalk system can be a real quality-of-life detail during winter stretches.

West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Urbandale are common bases for travelers who want short commutes. The city stays navigable, which makes Des Moines a reliable contract hub in central Iowa .

FAQs - Med Surg Travel Nurse Jobs Near Des Moines, IA

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Are there Med Surg travel nursing jobs near Des Moines, Iowa?

Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs Med Surg travel RN jobs in Des Moines and nearby areas like Ames (50010), West Des Moines (50265), Ankeny (50023) and Urbandale (50322). This assignment offers $2,094 per week and is one of our top current opportunities.

What are the certification requirements for this Med Surg travel nurse job?

All Med Surg travel nurse jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS). Many facilities will also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Click "I'm Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can confirm exactly what's needed for this role.

Can I work as a travel nurse in Iowa with a compact nursing license?

Iowa Board of Nursing

Contact information

Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Phone:

Fees

License by Exam: $143 (includes background check)

License by Endorsement: $169 (includes background check)

Renewal: $199

Temporary License: $169 Background Check: $50

Timing

Processing Time: 2 - 8 weeks

Valid for: 30 days (temp); 3 years (perm)

Renewal

Schedule:

every 3 years by the 15th of the month following the licensee's birth month

General Information

Nurse Licensure Compact :
Yes

Nursys:
Yes

CEU Requirements: 36 contact hours; RNs who regularly examine, attend, counsel, or treat dependent adults or children must complete 2 abuse training contact hours

Helpful Links

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Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical - The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the "Gold Standard" in service
-not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being. Experience our gold standard level of service as we create a stress-free and rewarding journey for you.

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