Rural Travel RN: Med-Surg Adventure

Sweetwater Care; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Housing stipend or provided housing

Travel reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to broaden clinical skills

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Travel RN to support rural Critical Access Hospitals, delivering high-quality patient care across diverse communities. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, implement evidence-based interventions, and adapt to the unique challenges of rural settings while ensuring patient safety and positive outcomes.

This contract role offers competitive compensation, housing assistance, travel reimbursements, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the practicing state.
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in acute care settings.
• Rural healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Assess patients and implement evidence-based nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments with precision and safety.
• Monitor vital signs and responses to treatment; adjust care as needed.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and preventive care.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate patient records per regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Education

RN licensure (state)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Travel RN to support rural Critical Access Hospitals, delivering high-quality patient care across diverse communities. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, implement evidence-based interventions, and adapt to the unique challenges of rural settings while ensuring patient safety and positive outcomes.

This contract role offers competitive compensation, housing assistance, travel reimbursements, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic,