Medical-Surgical RN
Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,030/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor (MS) nurse position located in an unspecified facility. This role involves providing patient care in a general medical-surgical setting, with a focus on abdominal surgery and trauma patients. The position requires flexibility to float across multiple campuses and adherence to the organizations policies and procedures.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: 24 months of current Medical Surgical (MS) or Med Surg experience in a hospital or medical center setting; recent/current Level I trauma experience preferred; current Iowa (IA) license or multistate/compact license; ability to document at least one professional reference from within the past 24 months; BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or ARC/AMERICAN RED CROSS; valid drivers license
- Preferred Qualifications: Recent/current Level II trauma experience
- Float: Float rotation may be required across all campuses
- Additional Information: Candidates must have a background in heparin experience and experience with EPIC electronic medical records. No first-time travelers; must have completed a travel contract within the last 24 months. Orientation date is scheduled for 10/12/2026. The unit size includes 24-26 beds with a patient ratio of 1:4-8, caring for general, abdominal, and flap surgeries. The scrub color is navy blue (tops and bottoms, solids).
- Submission Requirements: Phone call or text interview with viable candidates required before 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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