RN – Medical / Surgical
Location: Des Moines, Iowa (Onsite)
Work Type: Contract (90 Days)
Schedule: 3 Days / Week (12-Hour Shifts)
Hours: 36 Hours per Week
Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years

Shift Details

• Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (3 shifts/week)
• 36 Hours per Week
The RN – Medical/Surgical (Telemetry) is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions. This role involves monitoring telemetry, implementing care plans, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
The RN will work in the Resource Pool, supporting various units as needed while maintaining strong clinical judgment and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Excellence

• Implement and monitor patient care plans
• Provide direct nursing care using assessment, planning, and evaluation
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor telemetry and patient conditions

Clinical Monitoring & Intervention

• Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions
• Identify and respond to changes in patient status
• Carry out physician and nursing orders
• Provide timely interventions based on patient needs

Care Coordination & Discharge Planning

• Serve as a coordinator across multidisciplinary teams
• Assess and support patient discharge planning
• Ensure continuity of care across departments

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards and hospital policies
• Support patient safety and quality initiatives

Must-Have Qualifications

• Active RN License (State of Iowa or Compact)
• Minimum 2+ years of RN experience (Med/Surg or Telemetry)
• Experience with telemetry monitoring
• Strong clinical and patient care skills
• Ability to work night shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Resource Pool / Float Pool settings
• Previous travel RN experience
• Experience in acute care hospital settings

Core Competencies

• Critical thinking and clinical judgment
• Strong communication skills
• Patient-centered care
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Team collaboration

Work Environment

• Medical / Surgical Units (Resource Pool)
• Hospital-based acute care setting
• Night shift schedule

Additional Requirements

• Must be open to contract/travel assignment
• Must be available for night shifts
• Must be open to onsite work in Des Moines, IA

Recruiter Submission Template –

Full Name:
Degree Major with University and Completion Year:
RN License (State & Status):
Years of Experience as RN:
Years of Experience in Med/Surg / Telemetry:
Does the candidate have telemetry experience?
Does the candidate have experience in acute care / hospital setting?
Is the candidate comfortable working night shifts?
Is the candidate open to a 90-day contract/travel role?
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Motivation / Reason for relocation (if applicable):
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (City, State):
Notice Period / Availability:
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Hourly Rate on W2:
Are you ready to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite in Des Moines, IA for the duration of the contract?