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Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 07-27-2026
End Date: 10-25-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, every other weekend and every other holiday. Must work July 3 and 4.
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in the Intensive Care Unit, monitoring vital signs and managing life-support equipment
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Administer medications, perform assessments, and respond to emergent situations with quick, decisive action
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with all hospital policies and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
- BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA)
- TNCC and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience preferred
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management
- Proficiency in interpreting cardiac rhythms and lab values
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high-acuity patients
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay package
- Housing stipend or company-provided lodging
- Meals and incidentals allowance
- Travel reimbursement to assignment
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Referral bonus program
- 24/7 support from your dedicated recruiter
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
Explore Des Moines' vibrant downtown scene, including the Des Moines Art Center and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Enjoy outdoor activities at Gray's Lake Park or the High Trestle Trail. Check out local breweries and farmer's markets on weekends!
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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