Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Des Moines, IA | Nights (3x12)

UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center Des Moines, IA
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Travel RN
Med Surg Nurse in Des Moines, IA
Weekly Pay
$2,200
Specialty
Med Surg
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
08/17
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Med Surg travel nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) contract at UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. This role pays $2,200 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

In this Med Surg travel nursing job, you will provide patient care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this Med Surg travel nurse job in Des Moines, IA, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
  • Location: Des Moines, IA
    Explore the area! See our local guide and an interactive map further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Nights (3x12)
  • EMR System: Epic

Travel Med Surg Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Med Surg experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Iowa and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Med Surg Travel Nurse Jobs Near Des Moines, IA

Are there Med Surg travel nursing jobs near Des Moines, Iowa?
Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs Med Surg travel RN jobs in Des Moines and nearby areas like Ames (50010), West Des Moines (50265), Ankeny (50023) and Urbandale (50322). This assignment offers $2,200 per week and is one of our top current opportunities.
What are the certification requirements for this Med Surg travel nurse job?
All Med Surg travel nurse jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS). Many facilities will also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Click "I’m Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can confirm exactly what’s needed for this role.
Can I work as a travel nurse in Iowa with a compact nursing license?

Iowa Board of Nursing

Contact information

Website: https://nursing.iowa.gov/

Phone: 515.281.3255

Fees

License by Exam: $143 (includes background check)

License by Endorsement: $169 (includes background check)

Renewal: $199

Temporary License: $169 Background Check: $50

Timing

Processing Time: 2 - 8 weeks

Valid for: 30 days (temp); 3 years (perm)

Renewal Schedule: every 3 years by the 15th of the month following the licensee’s birth month

General Information

Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

Nursys: Yes

CEU Requirements: 36 contact hours; RNs who regularly examine, attend, counsel, or treat dependent adults or children must complete 2 abuse training contact hours

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Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Licensing in Iowa

Compact license accepted. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the Iowa Licensing Center →

Explore Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA supports a broad healthcare market for the metro and surrounding communities, which keeps staffing needs consistent. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health drive much of the inpatient volume, with intensive care units and medical-surgical units that frequently rely on traveler coverage. Des Moines International Airport helps simplify rotations between contracts. Downtown’s skywalk system can be a real quality-of-life detail during winter stretches. West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Urbandale are common bases for travelers who want short commutes. The city stays navigable, which makes Des Moines a reliable contract hub in central Iowa.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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