Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
West Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,030/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) in a healthcare facility located in a designated region. This position involves providing patient care on a medical surgical unit with a focus on post-operative and spine care patients. The role requires working night shifts, with scheduled start and end dates from October 12, 2026, to January 11, 2027, and a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: 24 months of current medical surgical experience in a hospital or medical center setting, strong heparin management experience, and EPIC electronic medical record experience. Active Iowa (IA) nursing license or multistate license required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with post-operative and spine care, BLS certification from the American Heart Association, and professional references from a supervisor or nurse manager within 24 months.
- Float: Float rotation may be required across multiple campuses.
- Additional Information:
- Must have a minimum of 3 months of current travel nursing experience within the previous 12 months.
- Holiday coverage may be required unless the unit is closed, with 1-2 of 3 upcoming winter holidays worked.
- Call and on-call responsibilities are not included for this position.
- SCRUBS: Navy Blue, solids.
- N:P Ratio: Nights - 1:6.
- Certification: BLS (AHA) required.
- Position Code: 1359
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.
About West Des Moines, IA
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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