Patient types: Orthopedics, total joint replacements
Drips: Specific cardiac medicines can be given
Bed size: 34
Nurse-to-patient ratios: Days 1:5, Nights 1:6
EMR: Epic (software familiarity, not a credential)
Scrubs: Navy blue, solids
Requirements
Valid RN license in Iowa
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Driver's License
Med Surg experience (2 years)
Med Surg experience within the last year
Experience in a hospital setting
Orthopedics experience
Experience with total joint replacement
Experience with braces
Rehabilitation experience
Experience with Epic
Float and Campus Requirements
Traveler will be required to float across all campuses within the health system.
Policies and Conditions
Holiday requirement: Unless the unit is closed, the traveler must work 1 to 2 of the 3 upcoming winter holidays.
Local radius rule: 50 miles.
Separation policy: Past employees of the health system, whether FTE or PRN (float pool), cannot work travel in another market at any facility they currently work at or have worked at within the past 12 months. This does not apply if they previously worked travel at this health system (not as FTE or PRN).
Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.
Transportation
Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
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.
Things to Do
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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