Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $2,243 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Travel Nurse Job in Des Moines, Iowa

Join a fast-paced long-term acute care setting as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Des Moines, IA. This LTAC travel nursing job offers an opportunity to use your clinical expertise, critical thinking, and leadership skills to make a meaningful difference for patients with complex medical needs.

Located in Des Moines, Iowa, this travel nurse assignment combines the energy of a vibrant Midwest city with a welcoming community, convenient amenities, and easy access to parks, dining, and cultural attractions. It’s an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking Des Moines nursing jobs with a balanced mix of city convenience and local charm.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC
• Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
• Setting: Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC)
• Location: Des Moines, Iowa
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,000 - $2,100
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shifts per Week: 3

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years of bedside clinical experience
• BLS certification required prior to first shift
• ACLS certification required prior to first shift
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team
• Experience supporting adult patients with complex medical needs preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within the required timeframe and develop individualized plans of care
• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
• Coordinate with physicians, charge nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support continuity of care
• Deliver patient and family education throughout the plan of care and in preparation for discharge
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner
• Support patient rehabilitation goals and promote positive clinical outcomes in the LTAC setting
• Delegate and supervise ancillary staff appropriately while maintaining patient safety
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and efficient unit environment
• Participate in professional growth and ongoing learning opportunities

Apply now for this Registered Nurse LTAC travel job in Des Moines, Iowa, and join a dedicated healthcare team today.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #510763. 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: LTAC

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