Location: Des Moines, IA

Start Date: 07-27-2026

End Date: 10-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, every other weekend and every other holiday; July 3 and July 4 required

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 high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, reporting changes to the care team
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans
• Educate patients and families on care procedures and recovery
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Iowa or valid compact state license
• BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience in ICU or critical care nursing is highly valued
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts including weekends and holidays
• Compassionate and dedicated to patient-centered care

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in patient assessment and monitoring
• Knowledge of ventilators, hemodynamics, and critical care equipment
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations

Benefits

• Housing stipend to help with your living expenses
• Travel reimbursement for your assignment
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Referral bonus program
• A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA

Explore Des Moines! Visit the Iowa State Capitol, admire the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, stroll through the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and enjoy the vibrant East Village. Grab a bite at the historic Farmers Market and experience the local craft beer scene. Great weekend trips to nearby lakes and trails!

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