Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: This Medical Surgical Floor nursing position is based in a healthcare organization in a day shift schedule. It involves providing patient care on a Medical Surgical unit, adhering to established clinical protocols and standards. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting patient recovery and wellness.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), at least 1 year of experience in a Medical Surgical setting, and the ability to work in the specified location
Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are advantageous
Float: Float rotation may be required
Additional Information: Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and collaborating with healthcare team members. The role requires compliance with hospital policies and clinical SOPs.
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 #1320159. 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 / Medical Surgical Floor
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
Numbers & Facts
Location
West Des Moines, IA
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiovascularunmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Clinical Practices/Protocolsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Medicineunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
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