Med-Surg Nurse in Des Moines, IA (Per Diem Shifts)

Make an hourly rate of up to $53 as a Med-Surg Nurse in Des Moines, Iowa. CareRev connects experienced nurses with flexible per diem shifts at healthcare facilities in your area. This opportunity is ideal for acute care RNs who value autonomy in their schedules and have recent experience in:

• Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg, MS)
• Acute care inpatient units
• Post-surgical care
• Chronic disease management

See specific requirements for this Med-Surg shift below.

CareRev is a healthcare workforce platform built to put nurses first. Instead of committing to a fixed schedule or a single facility, Med-Surg nurses can browse and claim per diem shifts that align with their financial goals, lifestyle preferences, and professional development plans. Whether you are looking to supplement your income, reduce burnout, or gain exposure to different hospital environments, CareRev offers flexibility and control that traditional roles often do not provide.

Des Moines offers more than just career opportunity. Spend your time off strolling through the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, exploring exhibits at the Des Moines Art Center, or taking in scenic views at Gray’s Lake Park. The city blends Midwestern hospitality with a growing culinary scene and vibrant neighborhoods like East Village, giving nurses a chance to recharge outside of work. With its manageable commute times and access to outdoor recreation, Des Moines supports a lifestyle that balances demanding shifts with meaningful downtime.

Sign up with CareRev to explore per diem Med-Surg nurse shifts in Des Moines and build a schedule that works for you.

• Current RN license and good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Minimum of 18 months full-time experience as an inpatient Med Surg RN (most recent experience within the last year).
• Strong ability to assess, plan, coordinate, evaluate and delegate the delivery of skilled patient care, as well as demonstrate critical thinking, and consistency in following established processes.