Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
West Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,167/week

Overview

  • Start Date11/02/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,167/week

Description

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - West Des Moines, Iowa

Join a supportive acute care team in West Des Moines, Iowa as a Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse. This 26-week Med/Surg nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced RN who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care. Enjoy a consistent day-shift schedule, 36 guaranteed hours per week, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a welcoming metro-area community near Des Moines.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930-$2,030
  • Employment Type: Travel Nurse Job
  • Setting: Medical/Surgical Unit
  • Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
  • Duration: 26 weeks
  • Start Date: 10/04/2026
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts
  • Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
  • Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday
  • Openings: 1

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience in an acute care or hospital setting
  • Strong clinical assessment, prioritization, and time-management skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour day shifts and participate in rotating weekend and holiday coverage
  • Comfortable providing bedside nursing care in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment
  • Ability to complete required onboarding, compliance, and competency documentation

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients in an acute care setting
  • Monitor patient conditions, respond to changes, and escalate concerns appropriately
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with care plans and clinical standards
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to support safe, effective patient care
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately and in a timely manner
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, recovery, and discharge instructions
  • Support unit workflow and contribute to a positive, team-oriented patient care environment

Apply now to explore this Travel Med/Surg RN job in West Des Moines, Iowa and take the next step in your nursing career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #517999. 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: Med/Surg

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

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cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

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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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