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Registered Nurse Rapid Response Jobs in Des Moines, IA

Top RN Jobs In & Near Des Moines, Iowa

We currently offer 3 of the best available travel jobs in the Des Moines, Iowa area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We also offer 3 exclusive, high paying OR Registered Nurse travel nurse job you won’t find anywhere else. We make it as easy as possible for you to renew nursing licenses and compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Des Moines earned about $2,363 per week as of May 1, 2025. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $2,349 to $3,071 per week.

In Des Moines proper, the RN travel nursing market can include hospital facilities like Iowa Methodist Medical Center with more facilities in nearby areas like West Des Moines, Urbandale and Clive to name a few.

We have a variety of options for RN travel jobs in Des Moines if you have a specific start date in mind. The latest start date for an RN job is Jul 3, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room role at $2,591 per week. The earliest start date is Jul 3, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room role at $3,071 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Registered Nurse travel nurse job in Des Moines including 13 weeks.

Des Moines is a great location for RN travel nurses to live, work and play! Search for additional RN jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Rapid Response Registered Nurse Jobs in Des Moines

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 rapid response Registered Nurse positions available in the Des Moines, IA area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

rapid response Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 10 D,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,349 to $3,071
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
rapid response Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 10 D,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,349 to $3,071
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
rapid response Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 10 D,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,351 to $2,591
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
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Statistics on RN Travel Jobs in Des Moines, IA

View helpful statistics based on historical data about RN travel jobs in and near Des Moines. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings in and around Des Moines. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available in Des Moines and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries here.

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FAQs About Registered Nurse Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Des Moines?

A Registered Nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $2,591 per week.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in or around Des Moines?

  • Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
  • Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines
  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines
  • RAINBOW PEDIATRICS in West Des Moines (5.5 miles from Des Moines)
  • UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP in West Des Moines (5.5 miles from Des Moines)
  • FLORIDA CIVIL COMMITMENT CENTER in Fort Dodge (68.3 miles from Des Moines)

Historically, what is the most common contract length for Registered Nurse travel job in Des Moines?

Based on recent travel nursing agencies data, the most common duration for a Registered Nurse job in Des Moines is 13 weeks.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are available in Des Moines currently?

There are currently 3 Registered Nurse travel jobs available in Des Moines. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a night shift Registered Nurse make on average in Des Moines and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $2,218 per week based on recent job availability and travel nurse salary data.

What shifts are most common for RN travel jobs near Des Moines?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Des Moines and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Registered Nurse make on average in Des Moines and nearby cities?

A: 10 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $2,571 per week based on recent job availability.

What are the top paying Registered Nurse jobs available in or near Des Moines currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Des Moines

Facilities like Blank Children’s Hospital, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines all offer RN departments. .

Other popular cities near Des Moines for RN job opportunities are West Des Moines (5.5 miles), Urbandale (5.6 miles), and Clive (5.9 miles). These nearby zip codes often have opportunities: 50266 (5.5 miles), 50266 (5.5 miles), and 50501 (68.3 miles).

Des Moines Hospitals

In Des Moines there are 4 hospitals & healthcare facilities with RN staff. See what types of shifts, contract durations, job specialties, and nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer to help you find your next RN travel nursing position in or nearby Des Moines.

Blank Children’s Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Address
1200 Pleasant Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
Lucas County Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
7 wks and 13 wks
Address
1200 N. 7TH ST.
Chariton, IA 50049
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T)
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
3 SOUTH 4TH AVE
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Mercy Medical Center – Des Moines
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Address
1111 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital (FKA Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital)
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
1401 Campus Dr
Clive, IA 50325
Pella Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
404 Jefferson Street
Pella, IA 50219
RAINBOW PEDIATRICS
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 6 wks, and 13 wks
Address
1701 N. COLLINS BLVD., SUITE 300
West Des Moines, TX 75080
Nearby Neighborhoods
Buckingham (75081)
Trinity – MercyOne Newton Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks and 13 wks
Address
204 N 4th Ave E
Newton, IA 50208
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