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

UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center Des Moines, IA
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Travel RN
Pediatrics Nurse in Des Moines, IA
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$2,244
Specialty
Pediatrics
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
01/04
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Pediatrics travel nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Pediatrics Registered Nurse (RN) contract at UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. This role pays $2,244 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

In this Pediatrics 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 Pediatrics 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 50309
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Nights (3x12)
  • EMR System: Epic

Travel Pediatrics Requirements:

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

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FAQs – Pediatrics Travel Nurse Jobs Near Des Moines, IA

What certifications and experience do travel Pediatrics jobs require?
Most require BLS and PALS, and the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) credential is a plus. Facilities want recent inpatient pediatric experience: respiratory illnesses, dehydration, DKA, post-op care, and patients from infancy through adolescence, with weight-based dosing and family-centered care throughout. Facilities screen for pediatric time specifically, because pediatric assessment and medication safety are their own skill set.
How do children's hospital and community pediatric units differ for travelers?
Children's hospitals often use specialty-specific units and may want experience that closely matches the service line. Community pediatric units usually cover a broader mix with fewer subspecialty resources. When comparing jobs, look at the patient age range, specialty focus, and available support rather than the hospital label alone.
Does adult nursing experience qualify me for Pediatrics travel jobs?
Generally, no. PALS training supports emergency knowledge, but it does not replace recent hands-on pediatric assessment, medication, and family-centered care experience. Most facilities require at least 2 years of recent, hands-on experience on a Pediatric unit.

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

Resources for this Pediatrics job in Des Moines

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.

$2,244per week
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