Location: Waterloo, IA

Start Date: 02-08-2026

End Date: 10-31-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 care to patients on a medical-surgical unit
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor patient vital signs and report changes to physicians
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes
• Educate patients and families on health management

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg experience
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in electronic health records (EHR)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Housing stipend or company-provided housing options
• Travel reimbursement to and from assignment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with employer match
• Licensure reimbursement and assistance
• Referral bonus program

Travel Perks: Explore Waterloo, IA

Explore Waterloo's vibrant attractions, including the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, Lost Island Waterpark, and the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. Enjoy local dining and cultural events in this welcoming Iowa community.

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