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GHR HealthcareDes Moines, IATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Des Moines, IA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 1, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$55.00
Weekly
$1,980
Yearly (full-time)
$102,960
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
October 19, 2026

This job pays about $55.00/hour — 46% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa ($37.80/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Registered Nurse – Neurology Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Contract in Des Moines, Iowa

Explore an Iowa travel nursing opportunity for a Registered Nurse on a specialized neurology medical-surgical and telemetry unit in Des Moines. Bring your clinical expertise to comprehensive acute-care nursing while supporting patients through compassionate, safe, and evidence-based care. This on-site travel RN contract is ideal for a collaborative nurse with recent neurology, medical-surgical, telemetry, or comparable acute-care experience. Des Moines offers a welcoming Midwestern community, convenient amenities, scenic parks, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930-$2,030
  • Job Specialty: Neurology Registered Nurse
  • Unit: Neurology medical-surgical/telemetry
  • Location: Des Moines, Iowa
  • Start Date: October 19, 2026
  • Contract End Date: January 17, 2027
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks
  • Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday
  • Work Setting: On-site hospital assignment

Travel Registered Nurse Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Iowa
  • At least 1 year of recent RN experience in a medical-surgical, telemetry, neurology, or comparable acute-care setting
  • Demonstrated ability to assess and care for adult patients with neurological and complex medical conditions
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and prioritization skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour day shifts, every other weekend, and every other holiday as scheduled
  • Successful completion of required competency verification and onboarding requirements

Neurology Travel RN Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult patients on a neurology medical-surgical and telemetry unit
  • Perform focused neurological assessments, monitor changes in condition, and promptly escalate concerns
  • Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to telemetry findings
  • Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with provider orders and clinical standards
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, support staff, patients, and families to coordinate care
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge plans
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation while promoting patient safety and quality outcomes

Why Work in Des Moines, Iowa?

Des Moines combines the energy and resources of Iowa’s capital city with a friendly, approachable atmosphere. Enjoy accessible neighborhoods, green spaces, local restaurants, community events, and cultural attractions while gaining valuable experience in a patient-focused neurological care setting.

Apply now for this Des Moines travel nursing contract and advance your Registered Nurse career in Iowa.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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