Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN
Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,110/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date12/07/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,110/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Profession not specified Medical Surgical Floor Location not specified. This travel position supports patients receiving general medical-surgical care, including renal, transplant, and urology services. The role requires strong clinical experience in renal and urology care, along with the ability to float across campuses as operationally needed.

Job Details

  • Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications:
    • Minimum of 24 months of current medical-surgical experience in a hospital or medical center setting.
    • Strong renal and urology experience.
    • Proficient transplant-care experience.
    • At least one completed travel contract within the previous 15 months.
    • Level II trauma experience.
    • Current active Iowa license or compact/multistate license at the time of submission.
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Past or current Level I trauma experience.
  • Float: Float rotation may be required.
  • Additional Information:
    • Patient population includes general medical-surgical, renal, transplant, and urology patients.
    • The unit supports approximately 22 beds with a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:56.
    • Floating across campuses may be required.
    • Navy blue scrubs are required.
    • Availability to work one to two of three upcoming winter holidays, including Thanksgiving, may be required unless the unit is closed.
    • Weekend coverage is scheduled every other weekend or every third weekend, depending on staffing and census.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1335377. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars

Cons

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Review of Gary Roberts on Oct 29, 2026

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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.

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Des Moines, IA

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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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