Cath Lab RN in Des Moines, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,834/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $78.72
- Weekly
- $2,834
- Yearly (full-time)
- $147,368
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $78.72/hour — 108% 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 travel healthcare contract in Des Moines, Iowa, where you'll be immersed in a fast-paced Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory setting. This 13-week assignment offers a chance to work 10-hour days, providing a balanced workweek with plenty of time to explore the city’s local charms. You'll be part of a team performing advanced cardiac procedures, leveraging your extensive cath lab experience, including complex structural heart cases and electrophysiology work. This role isn’t just about the shifts — it’s about experiencing a community that values your expertise and dedication, with opportunities to float across campuses if needed. Your skills will help keep the heart of the hospital beating steadily, without the direct patient care component, focusing instead on monitoring and circulating in a specialized environment.
Weather:
Expect a variety of weather conditions typical for this time of year, ranging from crisp, cool days to milder temperatures, making it perfect for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic walking tour of the East Village
- Visit the Iowa State Capitol and its stunning domed architecture
- Day trip to the scenic Gray's Lake Park for paddleboarding and lakeside walks
- Explore the Des Moines Art Center and its impressive collections
- Road trip to nearby Pella to enjoy Dutch cultural festivals and local bakeries
Job Specifics:
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Shift: 10-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
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