Travel Registered Nurse, RN, Emergency Department

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 132,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Travel Per Diem

Practice Settings

Learning Opportunities

DailyPay

License/Cert Reimbursement

403B program

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks an experienced RN for FirstChoice staffing and travel assignments across the health system. RNs float to fill short- and long-term needs, with premium compensation and maximum scheduling flexibility.

Position highlights include travel and per diem opportunities, daily pay, license/certification reimbursement, and the chance to work in multiple practice settings. Start ASAP with 13-week blocks and a 3x12 day shift.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• RN licensure in applicable state(s) is required.
• 18+ months of recent Med/Surg/Tele/PCU experience for most areas; CCU/ICU and other specialties require 2+ years.
• Credentials per specialty (e.g., ACLS, TNCC); BLS, ACLS, PALS through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Float throughout hospital and locations as needed.
• Apply nursing process: Assess, identify outcomes, plan, implement, evaluate.
• Act autonomously within license and experience.
• Ensure proper delegation and accountability for decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve quality and outcomes.
• Adapt to new responsibilities and diverse practice settings.
• Support diverse patient populations and shift priorities.

Skills

Float Nursing

RN License

Med/Surg Tele PCU

CCU/ICU Exp

ACLS/BLS/PALS

Education

RN Degree

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description:

Position Purpose:

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RNs are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!

What you will do:

• Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
• Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice: Assess, Outcomes Identification / Solutions, Plan, Implement, Evaluate
• Acts independently & appropriately within license, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
• Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
• Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
• Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
• Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice/employment.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) months of recent clinical experience for Med Surg, Tele and PCU.
• Minimum two (2) years of recent clinical experience for all remaining specialties including Critical Care, Surgical Services, Maternal Services, Emergency Department and Behavioral Health.
• Required to have and maintain the credentials required per their specialty area (ex: ACLS, TNCC, etc). BLS, ACLS and PALS must be obtained through American Heart Association

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Premium Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
• Variety of Practice Settings
• Learning Opportunities
• DailyPay available
• Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
• Opportunity to participate in 403B program

Ministry Information:

• FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life.
• FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence.
• You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!

Job Details:

LOCATION: MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, IA

START DATE: ASAP

WEEKS: 13

HOURS: 3x12

SHIFT: Day

GROSS WEEKLY RATE: $2,520

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.