Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pediatrics
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/07/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Pediatric Float, Iowa This position involves providing pediatric patient care across various pediatric specialties, including Hematology/Oncology, Medical Surgical, NICU, PICU, and Pediatric Emergency Department. The role requires adaptable, skilled pediatric healthcare professionals to support multiple units within the organization, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes during night shifts.
Job Details
- Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), PALS (American Heart Association) required.
- Education and Licensing: Active Iowa licensed or multistate license required.
- Experience: At least 12 months of pediatric experience within the previous 18 months; 1 year of healthcare experience with pediatric focus preferred.
- Shift Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certifications, Iowa licensing, and 12 months of pediatric experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medical records systems within the past 12 months and previous pediatric float experience.
- Additional Information: The candidate must have recent pediatric experience, be flexible to float across units such as NICU, PICU, ED, and Hematology/Oncology, and be available to work scheduled shifts during the specified start and end dates.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1327277. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Float
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus