Telemetry Nurse in Des Moines, IA (Per Diem Shifts)

Make an hourly rate of up to $53 as a Telemetry Nurse in Des Moines, Iowa. CareRev connects clinicians with flexible per diem shifts throughout your area. This role is ideal for acute care nurses who are seeking more flexibility in their career and have experience in:

• Telemetry
• Cardiac Stepdown (CTU)
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Stepdown (SDU)
• Direct Observation Unit (DOU)

See specific requirements for this Tele RN shift below.

CareRev is a healthcare workforce platform built to give nurses more control over their careers. Telemetry nurses can select per diem shifts that support income goals, provide exposure to different care settings, and reduce the rigidity of traditional staffing models. The platform allows you to maintain clinical excellence while designing a work schedule that supports your lifestyle.

As Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines offers a strong healthcare community alongside vibrant cultural and outdoor experiences. Spend an afternoon at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, take in exhibits at the Des Moines Art Center, or relax with friends in the Historic East Village. With a mix of arts, entertainment, and community-focused living, Des Moines provides an energizing environment for Telemetry nurses who value both professional growth and personal balance.

Sign up with CareRev to explore per diem Telemetry nurse shifts in Des Moines and build a work schedule on your terms.

• Current RN license and good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• Current AHA BLS certification. ACLS certification may be required prior to first shift. 
• Minimum of 18-months recent experience as an inpatient Telemetry RN.
• 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.
• Must have an excellent understanding of ECG interpretation, and familiarity caring for patients with common cardiac issues including Congestive Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation. 
• Proficiency with post ACS/MI care protocols, a good understanding of key labs and medications related to cardiac rhythm, ECG administration, cardioversion, and external pacing.
• Strong familiarity with titration of common cardiac drips following facility protocols.