Medical Surgical Telemetry RN
Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,030/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry Nurse position available in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves providing high-quality patient care for adult patients in various surgical and telemetry units. Candidates must be adaptable to a rotating shift schedule and prepared to handle a diverse patient population requiring overnight stays.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, with minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Candidates must have at least 24 months of current experience in Medical Surgical with Telemetry, Tele/Telemetry, IMCU, stepdown, or Progressive Care Unit (PCU). Certification requirements include current American Heart Association (AHA) or ARC/Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). A valid Iowa or multistate license is required, along with a skills checklist specific to the discipline.
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous travel experience and recent performance evaluations from supervisory references are highly preferred.
- Schedule: The position involves working every other weekend. Orientation is scheduled for 8/31/2026 and 9/8/2026.
- Additional Information: The unit has a bed size of 16 and serves patients in Emergency Department observation, overnight stays, and various surgical cases requiring overnight stays. The role requires a quick interview process via phone call or text from a 405 area code.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must have a current employment history demonstrating 24 months of relevant experience, a valid drivers license, and an active Iowa or multistate licensure at the time of submission.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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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