Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/24/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The organization is seeking a Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) professional for a role located in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position involves working shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., including every other weekend and every other holiday. The role requires flexibility to float to the main campus as needed, supporting the organization's operational needs.
Job Details:
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Shift Schedule: Days shift, from 07/27/2026; Shift hours are 12 hours per day, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: A minimum of 1 year of experience in medical surgical nursing with telemetry, current certifications, relevant educational background, and licensure appropriate for the role are required. The candidate should be willing to float to the main campus.
Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications in telemetry or related specialties are preferred, along with previous experience working in a hospital or health care facility setting.
Additional Information: The position involves providing patient care in a busy clinical environment, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and demonstrating strong clinical skills in medical surgical nursing with telemetry. Flexibility to float is necessary to meet operational requirements.
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: 2026-07-23
Cross Country Job ID #1278529. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry
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
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