Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs
$1,909/weekOverview
- Start Date03/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: Travel RN - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, every other week (EOW)
- Must be willing to float between two hospital locations within the system
- Specialty: Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Iowa
- American Heart Association BLS certification (current)
- American Heart Association ACLS certification (current)
- Specialty-specific competency testing completed within the last year
- Physical/Health Statement confirming fitness to work (within last year)
- Current immunizations and health requirements including:
- COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption
- MMR vaccination or immunity proof
- Hepatitis B vaccination series initiated (titers not accepted)
- Influenza vaccine or approved exemption (for current flu season)
- Varicella vaccination or immunity proof
- Tdap vaccination (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
- 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) for TB screening
- Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start (no THC)
- Fit test for respiratory protection
- Criminal background checks including federal, nationwide, county (last 7 years), sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registries, and other required screenings within 30 days of start
- Verification of license/certification within 30 days of start (including online verification)
- Completion of required professional forms and agreements (e.g., confidentiality, code of conduct, conflict of interest)
- Trinity Health system-specific onboarding requirements including skills checklist and joint commission testing
Experience Requirements
- Minimum years of experience in Medical/Surgical/Telemetry specialty: Not explicitly stated (assume standard RN experience)
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience
Additional Notes
- Must be able to work night shifts and float between locations
- All documentation and certifications must be uploaded and verified prior to start date
- Compliance with all Trinity Health system policies and procedures is mandatory
This position is ideal for an experienced RN comfortable with medical/surgical and telemetry patient care, night shifts, and flexible floating assignments within a hospital system.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
2 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare - PH Division
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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