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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Des Moines for LPN/LVNs

Find Top LPN/LVN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Des Moines, Iowa. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Des Moines area. We also have 1 exclusive, high-paying Medical Surgical travel nurse job(s) you won’t find anywhere else. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Des Moines’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Nov 1, 2024, the average Medical Surgical travel nurse working in Des Moines and surrounding areas earned about $1,688 weekly. Today you can find MS jobs with a salary range from $1,511 per week. The Des Moines MS travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Des Moines proper like Iowa Methodist Medical Center with more facilities in nearby areas like West Des Moines, Urbandale and Clive to name a few.

Des Moines is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Des Moines

We have 1 Medical Surgical jobs in Des Moines, IA and 2 Medical Surgical jobs in Iowa, and 20 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,511 to $1,665
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center, a service of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, strives to provide each patient and family member with education, support, and outstanding medical care, from your first visit to your discharge home. Established in 1901 in a single building, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50703
    Distance from Des Moines: 90 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 8, 2025
  • 13
$1,533 to $1,690
Weekly Pay*
Allen Hospital is a 204-bed, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Cedar Valley. Allen is an affiliate hospital of UnityPoint Health, which cares for one of every three patients in Iowa.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Grand Island, Nebraska – 68803
    Distance from Des Moines: 250 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,410 to $1,554
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Powell, Tennessee – 37849
    Distance from Des Moines: 643 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,292 to $1,423
Weekly Pay*
Patient Ratio: 6 to 1 SCRUB COLOR – Royal Blue (white, royal blue or black t-shirt under scrub top) Details: – 110 bed community hospital -Located 10 miles north of Knoxville Welcome to this fantastic Medical Surgical (MS) unit, where compassionate care meets top notch technology and innovative care teams bring the best of themselves to their patients. You can expect a wide variety of conditions as this unit is a combination of acute and observation patients. Monitoring and interventions are provided for patients at risk for altered skin integrity, falls, minor cardiac and pneumonia, among other conditions. This unit prides themselves on a comfortable and comprehensive experience for all patients and they are looking for a team based MS RN to join their elite group.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Demorest, Georgia – 30535
    Distance from Des Moines: 731 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,376 to $1,516
Weekly Pay*
The next era of health care for people in Habersham County and surrounding areas is here, as Habersham Medical Center officially became Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Habersham and joined Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) on July 1, 2023.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Brevard, North Carolina – 28712
    Distance from Des Moines: 734 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$1,198 to $1,320
Weekly Pay*
New team member needed for 30 bed variable acuity unit at Critical Access facility. Patient Ratios – ICU 1: 1-3; PCU 1:4; MS 1:5-6 Located 30 miles south of Asheville. Recently named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Des Moines: 781 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,264 to $1,393
Weekly Pay*
15 bed PCU with 1:4-5 staffing. 500 bed Level 2 Trauma center and teaching facility that serves as a regional referral center. Unit typically sees Post cardiac cath, EP studies, device placements, groin management, chest tubes , post op surgical patients, Critical drips, epidurals, PCA Salem is a city of 25k, the Roanoke County seat, and an integral part of Virginia’s Blue Ridge region. The city features a charming downtown combining historical elements, a delicious food & drink scene, and rich arts & cultural amenities.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • State College, Pennsylvania – 16801
    Distance from Des Moines: 820 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,432 to $1,578
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right LPN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Roswell, New Mexico – 88201
    Distance from Des Moines: 823 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,211 to $1,584
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Roswell, New Mexico – 88201
    Distance from Des Moines: 823 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,211 to $1,584
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Roswell, New Mexico – 88201
    Distance from Des Moines: 823 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,211 to $1,584
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico – 87124
    Distance from Des Moines: 831 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
ur Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for providing general nursing care to patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with physician’s orders and established standards and protocols. For all our roles, we expect our team to integrate our company values into daily practice. Job Duties include, but are not limited to: Implements orders for medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and in accordance with nursing care plan as written by the Registered Nurse. Will also participates in evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions in relation to patient responses and seeks guidance in redirection when necessary. Assists in identification of patient’s learning needs and reinforces self-care and other techniques. Reports to supervisor on patient care rendered, problems concerning patients’ needs, and resolution to those needs as well as appropriately designates applicable charges to individual patients using the hospital’s established system. Helps identify patient problems and potential risks and contributes to the development of interventions. Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico – 87124
    Distance from Des Moines: 831 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
ur Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for providing general nursing care to patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with physician’s orders and established standards and protocols. For all our roles, we expect our team to integrate our company values into daily practice. Job Duties include, but are not limited to: Implements orders for medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and in accordance with nursing care plan as written by the Registered Nurse. Will also participates in evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions in relation to patient responses and seeks guidance in redirection when necessary. Assists in identification of patient’s learning needs and reinforces self-care and other techniques. Reports to supervisor on patient care rendered, problems concerning patients’ needs, and resolution to those needs as well as appropriately designates applicable charges to individual patients using the hospital’s established system. Helps identify patient problems and potential risks and contributes to the development of interventions. Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Fredericksburg, Virginia – 22408
    Distance from Des Moines: 884 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,264 to $1,393
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Oncology focused MS unit is looking for the right RN to join their team. 133 bed community hospital with all private rooms, located on a 75-acre campus south of Fredericksburg
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Richmond, Virginia – 23235
    Distance from Des Moines: 903 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$1,264 to $1,393
Weekly Pay*
Medical unit, based in Richmond, is looking for the right RN to join their team. 32 beds; 1:6 staffing with PCT support. 300 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Richmond. We have Comprehensive Stroke Certification, and specialize in neurological care at our Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico – 88011
    Distance from Des Moines: 968 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,634 to $1,801
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Plattsburgh, New York – 12901
    Distance from Des Moines: 1,035 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 4
$1,969 to $2,170
Weekly Pay*
travel
Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Portsmouth, New Hampshire – 03801
    Distance from Des Moines: 1,168 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,313 to $1,447
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding MS unit, based in Portsmouth, is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. 170 bed Level 2 Trauma center located on New Hampshire’s gorgeous SeaCoast Enjoy the conveniences of a prospering small city combined with the delights of New England traditions.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Portsmouth, New Hampshire – 03801
    Distance from Des Moines: 1,168 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,313 to $1,447
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Medical unit, based in Portsmouth, is looking for the right RN to join their team. 170 bed Level 2 Trauma center located on New Hampshire’s gorgeous SeaCoast. Enjoy the conveniences of a prospering small city combined with the delights of New England traditions.
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Licensed Practical Nurse -Medical Surgery
  • Kapaau, Hawaii – 96755
    Distance from Des Moines: 3,880 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,695 to $1,868
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding facility, based in exciting Kapaau is looking for the right LPN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on MS LPN/LVN Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Des Moines. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Des Moines and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Des Moines and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for LPN/LVNs in Des Moines, IA

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near Des Moines?

  • LPN/LVN – MS with a per week salary of $1,665, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Des Moines

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Des Moines?

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

How many Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs are available in Des Moines?

There are currently 1 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Des Moines. We also get new nursing specialties 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 day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Des Moines and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $1,626 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Des Moines and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $1,564 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Des Moines?

  • Medix Occupational Health Services in Ankeny (7.1 miles from Des Moines)
  • Careington (Dialcare) – IA in Carlisle (9.8 miles from Des Moines)
  • MercyOne in Des Moines (0.7 miles from Des Moines)
  • Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines (0.1 miles from Des Moines)
  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines (1.5 miles from Des Moines)

How much does an Medical Surgical travel nurse make on average in Des Moines?

A Medical Surgical nurse in Des Moines can make an average of $1,603 per week.

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Des Moines?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Des Moines is 13.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Des Moines

In Des Moines, facilities like Medix Occupational Health Services, Careington (Dialcare) – IA and MercyOne, all offer MS departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Des Moines’s MS job opportunities are West Des Moines (5.5 miles), Urbandale (5.6 miles) and Clive (5.9 miles). These are near to zip codes: 50314 (0.7 miles), 50023 (7.1 miles) and 50325 (8.4 miles).

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Des Moines Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Des Moines. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Des Moines.

CHI – Mercy Medical Center – West Lakes
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 7, and 14
Departments
Emergency Room Medical Surgical Telemetry
Address
1755 59th Place
Clive, IA 50266
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Departments
Emergency Room Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
700 East University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50316
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 11
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1200 Pleasant Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T)
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Telemetry Telemetry
Address
3 SOUTH 4TH AVE
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Trinity – MercyOne Newton Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Telemetry
Address
204 N 4th Ave E
Newton, IA 50208
UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 6, and 14
Departments
Emergency Room Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room
Address
1660 60TH STREET
West Des Moines, IA 50266
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.