Med Surg/Telemetry RN
Des Moines, IA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,138/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg / Telemetry (Nights)
Location
Des Moines, IA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Full-Time | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a Med Surg / Telemetry unit serving ED observation patients, overnight stays, and post-surgical patients requiring overnight monitoring
- Manage a patient assignment within established unit ratios in a 16-bed unit setting
- Accurately document all patient care activities and clinical assessments using EPIC EMR
- Administer and monitor Heparin therapy in accordance with facility protocols
- Participate in required holiday coverage as determined by unit scheduling needs
- Maintain compliance with all unit policies, including scrub color requirements (Navy)
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 24 months of recent experience in Med Surg, Medical Surgical Telemetry, Telemetry, IMCU, Step-Down, or PCU
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records system required
- Heparin administration experience required
- Active Iowa RN license or active Compact / Multistate RN license (verified Active status required at time of submission)
- Active BLS certification from AHA or ARC and active ACLS certification from AHA or ARC required
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months
- Completed skills checklist specific to Med Surg / Telemetry, IMCU, Step-Down, or PCU discipline
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic Med Surg / Telemetry environment with a supportive team and manageable patient ratios
- Competitive contract assignment with clearly defined scheduling expectations and holiday guidelines
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
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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