Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
West Des Moines, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$43-47/hourOverview
- Start Date07/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (Medical/Surgical/Telemetry) - Long-Term Assignment
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Night Shift)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday
Job Description
- Provide nursing care on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
- Work a night shift with a rotating weekend and holiday schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Iowa
- Telemetry nursing experience of at least 1 year, with experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Onboarding Documentation
- Resume and skills checklist within the last year.
- Two professional references.
- Specialty-specific competency exam results.
- All required forms and screenings must be uploaded to the credentialing system prior to start.
Additional Notes
- Agency will provide the skills checklist for clinical contractors.
- License verification must be dated within 30 days of start.
- All documentation requiring signatures or verification must be current and complete before assignment start date.
This position is ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with night shifts and working in a combined Medical/Surgical and Telemetry environment, meeting comprehensive credentialing and compliance requirements.
Employer
Host Healthcare
255 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Lauren has made my travel nursing experience an absolute breeze. She responds almost immediately at any point in the day, she’s amazing at communicating with the different facilities and managers in terms of my contract/applications and any questions I may have, and you can tell that she truly cares about finding me the best job possible. Couldn’t do it without her!
Cons
none
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About West Des Moines, IA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in West Des Moines, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
- Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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