Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Des Moines, IA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,886/weekOverview
- Start Date03/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: RN - Resource Pool
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Specialty
- RN Medical / Surgical / Telemetry
- Required Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard for specialty (no conflicting data)
Required Qualifications
- Licensure: Valid RN license for Iowa
- Certifications:
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- ACLS (American Heart Association) – required for RNs in critical care areas (CCU, ED, PACU, MICU, SICU)
- NIHSS certification
- Specialty-specific competency testing completed within the last year
- Health Requirements:
- 10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start (no THC)
- COVID-19 vaccine (booster by Sept 2025) or approved exemption/declination (declination not accepted in CA or IL)
- MMR vaccination or immunity proof
- Hepatitis B vaccination series (titers not accepted)
- Influenza vaccine or approved exemption (for 10/1/2024-4/30/2025 season)
- Varicella vaccination or immunity proof
- Tdap vaccine (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
- 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive (per regional requirements)
- Physical/Health statement confirming fitness to work (within last year)
- Fit test
- Color vision test
- Background and Compliance:
- Criminal background check (Federal, Nationwide, County for last 7 years) with SSN verification, dated within 30 days of start
- Sex offender registry and dependent adult & child abuse registry checks (Iowa-specific)
- EPLS, OIG/GSA exclusion checks, OFAC sanctions check (all within 30 days of start)
- Trinity-specific forms including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, Integrity and Audit Services Form, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, Non-Employee Upload Form, System Access Form, and others as required
- Other Requirements:
- Resume, skills checklist (within last year), and 2 professional references
- Trinity Joint Commission Testing (CORE Exam) within last year
- Trinity Skills Checklist (provided by agency)
- Education verification (highest degree or diploma/GED)
- Specialty exam copy attached (completed within last year)
Prior Travel Experience
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned
Summary
This is a travel RN position in Medical/Surgical/Telemetry specialty for a 13-week contract in Des Moines, Iowa. Candidates must hold a valid RN license for Iowa and have current BLS and ACLS certifications. Multiple health screenings, vaccinations, and background checks are mandatory. Specialty competency testing and various Trinity Health compliance forms must be completed prior to start. Prior travel experience is not required.
Employer
Olaro
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Pros
Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.
Cons
None.
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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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