Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
West Des Moines, IA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Telemetry Nurse or Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (Medical/Surgical/Telemetry) - West Des Moines, IA
Job Details
- Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
- Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Iowa
- Minimum 1 year of Medical/Surgical and Telemetry nursing experience within the last year
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- ACLS certification
- NIHSS certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing
Health and Safety Requirements
- COVID-19 vaccine proof including booster (or approved exemption/declination where allowed)
- Influenza vaccine proof or declination (optional)
- Hepatitis B vaccination series started prior to start date (titers not accepted)
- MMR vaccination proof or IgG titer
- Varicella vaccination proof or IgG titer
- Tdap vaccine (declination accepted if no pediatric interaction)
- 2-step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) test; if positive, chest x-ray per regional requirements
- Fit test for respiratory protection
- 10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start (no THC)
Background and Compliance
- Federal, nationwide, and county criminal background check covering last 7 years, including SSN verification, dated within 30 days of start
- Iowa-specific criminal history, sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registry checks (within 30 days prior to start)
- Education verification of highest academic degree or diploma/GED
- Employment eligibility verification (I9)
- Exclusion screenings including EPLS, OIG, OFAC, NSO (dated within 30 days of start)
- Signed code of conduct, confidentiality agreement, conflict of interest disclosure, integrity and audit services form, and other required professional forms
- System access form completed and uploaded one week before start
Additional Notes
- Resume and skills checklist (within one year) required for submission
- Prior travel experience is not specified as required
- Specialty-specific skills checklist will be provided by the agency for clinical contractors
This position is ideal for an experienced RN with Medical/Surgical and Telemetry skills seeking a 13-week long-term assignment with a consistent day shift schedule and a commitment to compliance with comprehensive health, safety, and professional standards.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
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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