Med/Surg RN in Des Moines, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,054/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.06
- Weekly
- $2,054
- Yearly (full-time)
- $106,808
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.06/hour — 51% 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.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa right now
- 849 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa from 6 agencies, 282 of them in Des Moines.
- Pay in these listings: $17.80 – $112/hour, median $57.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Iowa: $37.80/hour ($78,624/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.25/hour across 429 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel healthcare contract in Des Moines, Iowa, where you'll be working 12-hour night shifts in a fast-paced hospital setting. This role is perfect for experienced med-surg nurses looking to immerse themselves in renal and urology transplant care, with a chance to sharpen your skills in a vibrant medical center. You'll enjoy the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art EPIC electronic medical records and be part of a team that values professionalism and dedication. Prepare for a unique experience that combines the rhythm of night shifts with the chance to make a real impact in patient recovery and transplant management.
Weather:
The weather around this time typically features mild temperatures with a comfortable mix of sunshine and cool evenings, creating a pleasant atmosphere for both work and leisure.
Fun Things To Do:
- Downtown Des Moines: Explore local art galleries and enjoy farm-to-table cuisine.
- Big Creek Provincial Park: Spend a day hiking and picnicking amid scenic beauty.
- Herbert Hoover National Historic Site: Take a historical day trip to learn about one of America's Presidents.
- Gray's Lake Park: Enjoy paddle boating and lakeside relaxing moments.
- Living History Farms: Experience Iowa’s agricultural heritage through interactive exhibits and demonstrations.
Job Specifics:
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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