Cath Lab RN
Des Moines, IA
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,203/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care479 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position in Des Moines, IA, requiring at least 24 months of Cath Lab experience and structural heart skills.
Details
- Hospital-based Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) setting in Des Moines, IA
- Day shift schedule: 4x10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday with a rotating day off (blocked scheduling not available)
- On-call requirements: 1 night per week and every 3rd weekend (Friday 7:30 PM through Monday 7:00 AM)
- Call-back shifts are assigned on a rare, as-needed basis
- Floating required across all Des Moines campuses to like units (campuses are minutes apart)
- EMR: Epic
Requirements
- Active IA RN license or compact/multistate RN license currently in hand
- Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC required
- Current ACLS certification from AHA or ARC required
- Minimum 24 months of current Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) experience required
- Structural heart experience required
- Strong and experienced circulator skills required
- EP (Electrophysiology) experience highly preferred
- Scrubber experience highly preferred
- Travel nursing experience highly preferred
- Driver's license required for consideration
- Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 24 months preferred for consideration
Additional Information
- Candidates must be willing to precept staff as needed
- Holiday rotation required — candidates must be available to work 1–2 of the 3 summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day
- Candidates who have been permanently or PRN employed by this health system within the past 12 months are not eligible for this position
- Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are considered local and may be subject to an adjusted pay rate
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply given travel experience is highly preferred but not required
Facility
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 479 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with American Traveler
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.
Des Moines, IA
About
Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. Located on the Des Moines River in the south-central part of the state, it offers Midwestern charm and a wide range of attractions. Over 800 miles of biking trails and countless others for walking, running or hiking draw outdoor enthusiasts. Just southwest of downtown is Gray's Lake Park, with a 1.9-mile trail that circles the lake, a designated beach area for swimming and boat rentals for those wanting to take out canoes and sailboats. Des Moines is also a wonderful fishing spot for largemouth bass, catfish and crappie. Downtown Historic Court hosts the local farmers' market, one of the best in the country, with vendors from more than 50 Iowa counties selling everything from handcrafted items and flowers to fresh produce, cheeses and meats, and live entertainment while browsing.
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