Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
West Des Moines, IA
BHS Workforce
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,863/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care

Pay

33% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,863/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Vision benefits
Medical benefits
401k retirement plan
Guaranteed Hours
License and certification reimbursement
Referral bonus

Description

Most of our positions require at least 2 years of nursing experience, with an active RN license and BLS and/or ACLS (if required) certified by the American Heart Association.

What makes Mindlance Health different?

Mindlance Health has thousands of rewarding travel assignments throughout the country for Travel Nurses. We are best known for being the agency that pays more! We can do this because we aggressively manage our operating expenses which results in YOU receiving the highest percentage of the bill rate among all of our competitors for the exact same jobs. You deserve more and you should receive more. Mindlance Health PAYS YOU MORE!
All of our travel assignments meet the criteria of offering what travel nurses want:
• Highest total pay packages available in all markets
• Clinical experiences at the best hospitals in the country
• Flexible assignment lengths
• The convenience of weekly pay with direct deposit and payroll support available any time you need it
• Real health insurance for all of our travelers through Aetna
• Supplemental dental, vision, and life insurance
• Combination of taxable and non-taxable compensation that is government compliant
• Access to your dedicated Relationship Manager to walk you through the onboarding process
• Technology enabled platform that values YOUR time

Discover the Mindlance Health difference!

Find out about all of our exciting travel assignments not listed here by going online to www.mindlancehealth.com or by calling and press 1.

BHS Workforce Job ID #37370150. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse:MedSurg,07:00:00-19:00:00

Facility

Methodist West Hospital

4.5rating(12 reviews)

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Labor and Delivery (RN)

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Short Term Acute Care

ADDRESS1660 60th StreetWest Des Moines, IA 50266

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Employer

BHS Workforce

About

BHS Workforce is a national, Joint Commission-accredited healthcare staffing company built on a simple promise: Tech-Enabled, Human Delivered. We pair modern technology that surfaces the right assignments fast with real recruiters who know your name, answer the phone, and stay in your corner from your first call through your final shift.

We place registered nurses and allied health professionals — including Imaging/Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, and Laboratory — in travel and contract assignments at hospitals and health systems nationwide, along with behavioral health, therapy, and per diem opportunities. Whether you’re after a specific city, a stronger paycheck, or a schedule that finally fits your life, our team helps you get there.

With recruiters across the country, BHS Workforce is mission-driven and people-first. We believe the clinicians who care for patients deserve to be cared for, too — with transparent pay, quick and honest communication, and a recruiter who treats you like a person, not a placement.

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$1,403–4,035/week

Jobs on Vivian298

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About West Des Moines, IA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in West Des Moines, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
West Des Moines has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports facilities, and numerous outdoor activities including parks and trails.

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