Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse in a healthcare setting. This position involves providing patient care on a medical surgical unit, following established protocols to ensure quality care and patient safety. The role requires collaboration with other healthcare professionals to support the organization's clinical objectives.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per day, with every other weekend and every other holiday, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing, active Nursing license, one year of relevant experience, and employment in a healthcare provider setting.
Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) or other relevant clinical certifications.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: This role involves direct patient care, adherence to facility SOPs, and cooperation within a multidisciplinary team. The position is available from 09/07/2026 to 03/07/2027, with a start date of September 7, 2026.
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
Posted Date: 2026-09-01
Cross Country Job ID #1296572. 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
Des Moines, IA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Healthcareunmatched
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Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
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