Join the Heart of Iowa’s Pediatric Care Adventure!

Join the Heart of Iowa’s Pediatric Care Adventure!
RN - PEDS
Des Moines, IA
Travel/Contract
AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare Nursing

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Pediatric Registered Nurse in Des Moines, Iowa, where you’ll provide compassionate care in a family-centered environment at Blank Children's Hospital. This vibrant city blends the charm of small-town life with rich cultural experiences, featuring the Iowa State Capitol, the engaging Blank Park Zoo, and the thrilling Adventureland amusement park. As you hone your nursing skills in a supportive team while floating between various units, you’ll also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Des Moines’ unique attractions and community spirit.
$2,001 - 2,125/week I'm Interested

Registered Nurse – Pediatric - Travel - (Peds RN - Pedi RN)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse – Pediatric - Travel - (Peds RN - Pedi RN)
StartDate: 3/16/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D/E/N Pay Rate: $2001.00 - $2125.00

The General Pediatrics Unit has 23 private rooms and is located on the third floor of Blank Children's Hospital. We provide comprehensive family-centered care for patients from infants to adolescents. Children in need of general medical and surgical care, as well as specialty care, are admitted to this unit, which spans Blank Children's third and fourth floors. The health care team handles the initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and long term follow-up for children of all ages. Education is designed to meet the needs of every patient and family. Features of the unit Comprehensive health care team, including: doctors, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, dietitians, care managers and social workers. Pullout beds in each room for parents or caregivers to stay overnight. Room service with special meal selections just for kids. Private bathrooms with showers in each patient room. Family lounge with play space for visitors. Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Respiratory, GI, ortho/trauma, surgical - general and ENT, all inpatients that are not hem/onc # of Beds: 21-30 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:3-5 Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: PICU and Blank 4 - gen peds patients only, NICU - feeder growers/gen peds status, float to other units to sit with 1:1 patients Special Procedures: support provider for LP, IV placement

Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, Pedi Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted) Certifications: BLS-AHA; PALS-AHA Pediatric experience within previous 18 months [required] Hematology / Oncology experience [required] APHON REQUIRED Must have one 13-week successful assignment All travelers will need to float to all floors at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Methodist West Interview: VA Auto Offer, offers to be accepted or declined within 48 hours or they will be rescinded Must have License/Cert Holiday RTO 1 day total between 11/27-12/1; 12/23-1/2 -- Must work 2/3 holidays Flu and COVID vaccine required, medical or religious exceptions are accepted -- Float Requirement: as needed in skillset -- EMR: Epic exp required APHON REQUIRED
Must have one 13-week successful assignment
All travelers will need to float to all floors at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Methodist West
Interview: VA Auto Offer, offers to be accepted or declined within 48 hours or they will be rescinded
Must have License/Cert
Holiday RTO 1 day total between 11/27-12/1; 12/23-1/2 -- Must work 2/3 holidays
Flu and COVID vaccine required, medical or religious exceptions are accepted --
Float Requirement: as needed in skillset --
EMR: Epic exp required

Preferred Qualifications
N/A

FACILITY LOCATION
As a hub of government action, business, and social and cultural activity, Des Moines may be Iowa’s capital and biggest city, but it still retains its small-town charm and family-friendly vibe. With the Capitol building, State Historical Museum, Blank Park Zoo, historic East Village, and Adventureland amusement park, Des Moines offers something for every taste.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

Registered Nurse, Pedi
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)
Certifications: BLS-AHA; PALS-AHA
Pediatric experience within previous 18 months [required]
Hematology / Oncology experience [required]

APHON REQUIRED
Must have one 13-week successful assignment
All travelers will need to float to all floors at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Methodist West
Interview: VA Auto Offer, offers to be accepted or declined within 48 hours or they will be rescinded
Must have License/Cert
Holiday RTO 1 day total between 11/27-12/1; 12/23-1/2 -- Must work 2/3 holidays
Flu and COVID vaccine required, medical or religious exceptions are accepted --
Float Requirement: as needed in skillset --
EMR: Epic exp required

APHON REQUIRED
Must have one 13-week successful assignment
All travelers will need to float to all floors at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Methodist West
Interview: VA Auto Offer, offers to be accepted or declined within 48 hours or they will be rescinded
Must have License/Cert
Holiday RTO 1 day total between 11/27-12/1; 12/23-1/2 -- Must work 2/3 holidays
Flu and COVID vaccine required, medical or religious exceptions are accepted --
Float Requirement: as needed in skillset --
EMR: Epic exp required

Location
Des Moines, Iowa
Profession
Registered Nurse
Specialty
Pediatrics
Employment Type
Travel/Contract
Shift
12 D/E/N
Duration
13 weeks
Compensation
$2,001 - 2,125/week
Start Date
Mar 15th, 2026

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