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Registered Nurse - Med Surg Ortho
Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
Start Date: 06-22-2026
End Date: 09-21-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM and 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM, self-scheduling with every third weekend requirement
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $62 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 compassionate, high-quality nursing care to a variety of patients including post-surgical orthopedic cases, COPD, diabetes, and sepsis
- Administer medications and manage IV infusions including heparin, antibiotics, and pain management
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care with hourly rounding and bedside shift reporting
- Float to PCU and behavioral health units as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability
- Monitor patients using telemetry and respond promptly to changes in condition
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum one year of recent Med Surg or Ortho nursing experience preferred
- Ability to pass a 90% open-book skills exam during orientation
- Valid driver's license for radius verification
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple patient assignments with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Comfort working with diverse patient populations including those with mental health and addiction histories
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to float between units and adapt to changing needs
Benefits
- Supportive team environment focused on hourly rounding and bedside shift report
- Opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and learn new skills
- Flexible self-scheduling options
- Professional development through orientation and ongoing learning
- Collaborative culture that values adaptability and self-direction
Travel Perks: Explore Council Bluffs, Iowa
Explore the vibrant riverfront along the Missouri River, enjoy local parks and hiking trails, visit the historic Old Market district in nearby Omaha, and take weekend trips to the beautiful Loess Hills for scenic views and outdoor adventures
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med Surg Ortho? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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