Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Telemetry - $2,169 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring neurosurgery and orthopedic experience, Epic proficiency, and a valid IA or compact RN license. Details 25-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a hospital setting Patient population includes neurosurgery, craniectomy, and orthopedic cases RN-to-patient ratio of 1:5–6 Drip experience utilized on unit includes Heparin, PCA, and 3% Sodium (no titration required) Specialty equipment includes telemetry, chest tubes, and Airvo Charting performed in Epic EMR Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts Every 3rd weekend required Holiday rotation required Floating required across multiple campuses (Iowa Methodist MC, Iowa Lutheran, and Methodist West Hospital) No on-call responsibilities Requirements Active Iowa (single-state) or compact/multistate RN license required Current AHA or ARC BLS and ACLS certifications required NIHSS certification preferred (can be obtained during onboarding) Minimum 24 months of Med/Surg experience in a hospital or medical center setting required Neurology, neurosurgery, or craniectomy care experience required Orthopedic care experience required Trauma Level I experience highly preferred Epic EMR experience required EKG strip reading, measuring, and telemetry monitoring experience required Heparin, PCA, and 3% Sodium drip experience required Experience with telemetry, chest tubes, and Airvo highly preferred De-escalation certification (CPI, MOAB, MAB, or SAMA) highly preferred Driver's license required for consideration Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years preferred for consideration Must have completed at least one travel assignment within the previous 12 months — first-time travelers will not be considered Additional Information Provide Med/Surg Telemetry nursing care to neurosurgery, craniectomy, and orthopedic patients Travelers are required to work 2 of the 3 winter holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Candidates who were employed by the facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for this position Navy blue scrubs required American Traveler Job ID P-686186. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.