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Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Night Shift | 13-Week Assignment in Des Moines, Iowa Join a specialized long-term acute care (LTAC) team as a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Des Moines, Iowa. Provide compassionate, clinically focused care to patients with complex medical needs while using skilled assessment, evidence-based nursing interventions, patient education, and collaborative care planning. This on-site travel nursing assignment offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a long-term acute care setting.
Located in Iowa’s vibrant capital city, Des Moines offers a welcoming community, convenient amenities, cultural attractions, and easy access to parks and outdoor recreation—providing an enjoyable setting for your next professional assignment. Travel Nursing Job Details Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Specialty: Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Registered Nurse Assignment Type: Travel nursing assignment Location: Des Moines, Iowa Setting: On-site, long-term acute care Start Date: November 9, 2026 Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
12-hour night shifts Weekly Estimated
$2,090–$2,200 Openings: 1 Registered Nurse (RN) Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Iowa At least 2 years of bedside clinical nursing experience Recent critical care nursing experience Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification prior to the first shift Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification prior to the first shift Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in an on-site LTAC environment Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and patient advocacy skills LTAC Registered Nurse Responsibilities Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care for patients with complex medical needs.
Deliver direct patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and communicate pertinent updates promptly to physicians, charge nurses, and the interdisciplinary team. Provide patient and family education related to diagnoses, treatment plans, safety, self-care, and discharge needs.
Initiate and support discharge planning from admission through transition to the next level of care. Accurately and promptly document assessments, interventions, responses to treatment, and ongoing care in the medical record. Participate in interdisciplinary conferences and collaborate with the care team to promote quality outcomes.
Delegate appropriately and provide direction, training, and supervision to nursing assistants and other assigned personnel. Promote patient, staff, and environmental safety by following established policies, procedures, and infection prevention practices. Prioritize care effectively, manage time and resources responsibly, and contribute to a positive team environment.
Assume charge responsibilities after completing orientation when requested. Pursue ongoing professional development and perform other duties within the scope of the Registered Nurse role. Apply now for this 13-week LTAC travel nursing assignment and join our healthcare team in Des Moines, Iowa.
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About the role
Provide compassionate, clinically focused care to patients with complex medical needs while using skilled assessment, evidence-based nursing interventions, patient education, and collaborative care planning.