Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics - $2,120 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited free CE credits

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN specializing in Pediatrics for a position in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves caring for children and young adults, including monitoring health and providing support to families during treatment. Candidates should have at least one year of recent acute care experience and an active RN license. Benefits include private housing, comprehensive health insurance, and competitive salaries.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty.
• Must hold an active RN license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health of pediatric patients.
• Provide care and address concerns of patients and families.
• Identify changes in symptoms and intervene in emergencies.

Skills

Recent acute care experience

Patient monitoring

Emergency intervention

Child advocacy

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

As a pediatric nurse (RN PEDS), you will be responsible for the healthcare of children from birth through young adult. You will monitor the health of your patients and provide care while addressing any concerns, fears, or issues that may arise with the patient and/or their family during the course of treatment. This includes identifying changes in a child's symptoms, intervening in emergency situations, serving as a child's advocate, and providing supportive care.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Benefits

• 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 #1229569. 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 / Pediatric 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.