Travel Med Surg RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a night shift Med/Surg RN with Level II trauma and renal/urology/transplant experience for a teaching hospital in Des Moines, IA.

• Med/Surg unit within a 22-bed hospital setting
• General med/surg patient population including renal, transplant, and urology cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Every 3rd weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Required to float across campuses to like units (MWH, ILH, IMMC)
• 13-week assignment

• Active IA RN license or compact/multistate license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
• Minimum 24 months of Med/Surg experience in a hospital/medical center setting required
• Strong experience in renal and urology required
• Proficient transplant care experience required
• Level II trauma experience required
• Level I trauma experience highly preferred
• At least one travel contract completed within the previous 15 months required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Professional reference from a supervisor, charge nurse, manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred

• Provide direct patient care within a Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital environment
• Holiday rotation required; must work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming winter holidays including Thanksgiving
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
• Candidates who were previously employed by the health system (FTE or PRN) may be restricted from working travel assignments at other facilities within the same market
• First-time travelers may not be considered, as at least one prior travel contract is required

American Traveler Job  #P-769377. 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:
Travel RN - Med/Surg

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.