Medical-Surgical RN
West Des Moines, IA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,265/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Nights)
Location
West Des Moines, IA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 34-bed Medical Surgical unit with a focus on orthopedics and total joint replacement patients
- Administer medications including cardiac-specific IV/intravenous push medications as indicated
- Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:6 on night shift
- Float across multiple campuses as required to meet unit staffing needs
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality patient care
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 24 months of Medical Surgical experience in a hospital or medical center setting
- Orthopedic/Rehabilitation nursing experience required
- Experience with total joint replacement and braces care required
- Active Iowa RN license or active Compact/Multistate RN license required at time of submission
- Proficiency with EPIC EMR required
- Current BLS certification from AHA (American Heart Association) or ARC (American Red Cross) required
- Valid Driver's License required
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience administering cardiac-specific IV/intravenous push medications highly preferred
- Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred
Why Join Us
- First-time travelers are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity to begin your travel nursing career in a supportive environment
- Gain experience across multiple campuses and diverse patient populations in a well-established healthcare system
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
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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