Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Des Moines, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,090/week

Overview

  • Start Date07/13/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,090/week

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

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    Education
  • Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical

Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Night Shift)
Floating: Must be willing to float between two nearby facilities


Job Description

  • Work every other week (EOW) and every other holiday (EOH)
  • Holiday coverage includes July 3rd & 4th, Thanksgiving (day before and day of), and New Year's Day (day before and day of)

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Iowa
  • Minimum 1 year of Medical/Surgical nursing experience within the last year
  • BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
  • NIHSS certification
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Health and Compliance Requirements

  • Fit Test
  • Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen (no THC) completed within 30 days of start, with Medical Review Officer (MRO) signature
  • COVID-19 vaccine proof (including booster by Sept 2025), or approved declination/exemption (declination not accepted for CA or IL)
  • MMR: Proof of 2 vaccinations or IgG titer lab report
  • Hepatitis B: Must have started vaccination series prior to start (titers not accepted)
  • Influenza vaccine (optional) with proof or declination/exemption
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive TB as per regional requirements
  • Varicella: Proof of 1 vaccination or IgG titer lab report
  • Physical/Health Statement confirming fitness to work within the last year
  • Tdap vaccine or declination (declination accepted if no pediatric interaction)

Professional and Background Requirements

  • Resume and skills checklist within the last year
  • Two professional references
  • Criminal background check (federal, nationwide, county) covering last 7 years, dated within 30 days of start
  • Social Security Number verification
  • Education verification (highest academic degree or diploma/GED)
  • Exclusion screenings: EPLS, OIG, NSO (including aliases), all dated within 30 days of start
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
  • Code of Conduct Form
  • Confidentiality and Information System Security Agreement
  • Integrity and Audit Services Form (signed shortly before start)
  • Non-Employee Upload Form (specific pages required)
  • Specialty-specific competency testing completed within the last year
  • Joint Commission CORE exam within the last year
  • System Access Form completed and uploaded one week before start
  • Skills checklist provided by agency for clinical contractors
  • Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training (Iowa only)
  • Iowa-specific criminal history, sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registry checks within 30 days prior to start
  • OFAC sanctions screening within 30 days of start

Additional Notes

  • Must be willing to float between two locations within the city
  • Night shift hours with holiday rotation
  • All documentation must be uploaded to the credentialing system prior to onboarding as specified

This position is suitable for experienced Medical/Surgical RNs seeking a 13-week night shift assignment with comprehensive compliance and credentialing requirements.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1067 reviews)

249 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

I have been with Host Healthcare for several months. I am not very tolerant of red tape. However Rachel at Host is my Recruiter and has done an incredible job of cutting through the red tape and doing a lot of hand holding through the initial process. She has made my experience so pleasant. I could've gotten more money elsewhere but i am staying right here. Rachel is available all of the time!!! I am very grateful.

Cons

None

Joseph B
Joseph B
CT Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
Review of Rachel Hopfenberg on Jun 19, 2026
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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.

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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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