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Per Diem Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Medlinkhealth
Des Moines, IA Per Diem
POSTED ON 11/24/2025 CLOSED ON 3/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical position at Medlinkhealth?

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Medical–Surgical
Location: Des Moines, IA
Rate: $45-$55 per hour
Shift Type: Nights
Shift Length: 8 or 12 hours
Shift Requirement: Must pick up at least 1 shift every 60 days to remain active

Requirement: Willingness to float.

Orientation:

  • Billable
  • 12-hour orientation every other Monday
  • 1 shadow shift at each assigned location

Job Summary

As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Registered Nurse contributes professional nursing knowledge and skills to provide and manage patient care for individuals and families. The role supports a practice environment aligned with the ANA Code of Ethics and the Professional Nurse Practice Model, working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of acute Med-Surg experience – Required
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program – Required
  • BSN – Preferred
  • Level 1 Trauma experience – Preferred
  • At least 1 year of travel experience – Required
  • Current, active RN license in the state of Iowa – Required
  • Valid driver’s license for work-related travel – Required
  • Willingness to float to all local campuses – Required

Certification Requirements

  • BLS (AHA)

State License Requirement

  • Iowa

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Level 1 Trauma: 1 year (Required)
  • acute med surg: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • BLS (AHA) Certification (Required)
  • driver’s license (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45 - $55

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