
Med/Surg RN in Des Moines, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,915/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.19
- Weekly
- $1,915
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,580
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.19/hour — 41% 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
This travel healthcare contract positions you in the bustling setting of Des Moines, Iowa, working 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. You'll be primarily responsible for managing post-procedural patients who typically stay 1-3 nights post-surgery, as well as handling cath lab cases and occasional ER overflow. The schedule offers up to three Saturdays every six weeks, providing a balanced work-life rhythm. Expect to engage with a variety of patients and procedures, ensuring smooth recovery processes and supporting surgical teams in a busy hospital environment. This assignment offers a chance to hone your clinical skills amid diverse cases, with a weekly commitment of 36 hours over a 13-week period. The hourly gross pay averages around $1,704.24 for the duration, making it both an professionally rewarding and financially advantageous opportunity.
Weather:
During this time of year, Des Moines typically experiences mild to warm weather, with a pleasant blend of sunny days and cooler evenings. It's a region where the seasons change distinctly, offering comfortable conditions for both work and outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore the Des Moines Art Center – enjoy a collection of modern and contemporary art.
- Visit theBeautiful Iowa State Capitol – tour the historic building and its stunning architecture.
- Day Trip to Adventureland Park – spend a day enjoying rides and entertainment just outside the city.
- Visit Gray's Lake Park – walk or bike around the scenic lake and relax in the outdoor settings.
- Take a long weekend trip to the Iowa Great Lakes Region – experience sandy beaches, boating, and local eateries.
Job Specifics:
Location: Des Moines, IA
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
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