Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,293/weekOverview
- Start Date09/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel ER RN job in Des Moines, IA: Join a fast-paced Emergency Department and make an immediate impact in a high-acuity acute care setting. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers 36 guaranteed hours per week with 12-hour day shifts, giving you a consistent schedule while you provide critical emergency care to patients when they need it most.
Des Moines, Iowa offers the energy of a growing capital city with a welcoming Midwest feel, easy access to local amenities, and a strong community atmosphere. If you are searching for Emergency Room RN jobs, travel nurse jobs in Iowa, or acute care nursing opportunities, this assignment is a great fit.
Job Details
- Position: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)
- Type: Travel Registered Nurse assignment
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
- Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa
- Schedule Notes: Every other weekend and every other holiday coverage may be required
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 1 year of recent Emergency Room nursing experience required
- Experience working in a fast-paced Emergency Department, acute care, or critical care setting
- Ability to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care
- Strong communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing patient needs and unit priorities
Responsibilities
- Assess, triage, and prioritize patients presenting to the Emergency Department
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients with a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions
- Administer medications, monitor patient status, and document care accurately in the electronic health record
- Collaborate with physicians, providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support timely treatment plans
- Respond appropriately to rapid changes in patient condition and emergency situations
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient clinical environment in the ER
Apply now for this rewarding travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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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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