Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
West Des Moines, IA
Med Ninjas
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,573/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration9 weeks

Pay

8% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,573/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,159/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,414/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Medical benefits

Description

Job Summary (List Format):

- Minimum 24 months of medical-surgical (med surg) experience in a hospital or medical center setting required
- Strong heparin administration/management experience required
- Must have at least 3 months of current travel nursing experience within the last 12 months (no first-time travelers)
- Post-operative (post-op) surgical care experience required
- Experience in spine care required
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system required

Med Ninjas Job ID #23398. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Med Ninjas

About

At Med Ninjas, we make travel healthcare simple, so you can focus on what matters: caring for patients. We match nurses and allied professionals with assignments that fit their lives, backed by a team that actually picks up the phone.

We're a staffing agency built around one idea: healthcare professionals deserve a partner as invested in their success as they are in their patients'.

On assignment with Med Ninjas, you get medical, 401(k), housing/travel support, plus a dedicated recruiter who knows your name and your goals. With a 5.0 rating from our travelers, we earn that trust one assignment at a time.

Travel with confidence. Grow with Med Ninjas.

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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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