Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
West Des Moines, IA
Care Career
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,325/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start Date01/19/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

5% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,325/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
Weekly pay
Medical benefits
Continuing Education
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Required

Profile

Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (2 years)

Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

Iowa Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

In general, M/S nurses provide care and treatment to ill, injured, and recovering adults. The medical-surgical nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records, and provide patients with support and education.

Care Career Job ID #35253992. 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: RN MS

Employer

Care Career

About

Care Career brings together a portfolio of leading healthcare staffing organizations, each delivering specialized talent solutions across the industry. Wherever you want to go, We Make It Happen.With travel nursing jobs across the country, you can discover the possibilities that create the lifestyle and financial position that you have dreamed of.Care Career is a modern, transparent staffing firm creating the ultimate community of US.

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$720–4,336/week

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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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