Med/Surg Telemetry RN
West Des Moines, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,863/weekOverview
- Start Date07/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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 (RN) - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12.5-hour shift)
Schedule: Every Other Weekend (EOW), Every Other Holiday (EOH)
Job Description
- Provide nursing care on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
- Deliver direct patient care consistent with specialty standards.
Required Qualifications
Licensure & Certifications
- Valid RN license in Iowa.
- 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.
Education
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of Telemetry nursing experience.
- Telemetry experience within the last year.
Onboarding & Compliance Requirements
- Drug screen: 10-panel drug test completed within 30 days of start (no THC).
- Criminal background check covering federal, nationwide, and county records from the last 7 years, including SSN verification.
- Education verification of highest academic degree or diploma.
- Various professional forms and agreements including:
- Code of Conduct
- Confidentiality and Information Security Agreement
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Integrity and Audit Services Form
- Non-Employee Upload Form
- Criminal History and Abuse Registry checks (Iowa-specific)
- OFAC sanctions screening
- System access form completed and uploaded one week before start.
- Joint Commission CORE exam within the last year.
- Skills checklist provided by agency for clinical competency verification.
Additional Notes
- License and certification verifications must be dated within 30 days of assignment start.
- All required documents and certifications must be uploaded to the credentialing system prior to onboarding.
- This position involves working every other weekend and holiday, with 12.5-hour shifts.
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and nurses considering this Medical/Surgical/Telemetry RN assignment.
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.
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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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