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RN - Med/Surg/Tele - Neuro
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 07-13-2026
End Date: 11-10-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, every other weekend and holiday
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 exceptional nursing care to patients on a med/surg/telemetry unit with a focus on neuro conditions
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and neurological status, stepping in quickly when changes arise
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and adjust care plans
- Educate patients and families on recovery, neuro precautions, and discharge planning
- Document accurately and maintain a safe, healing environment
- Jump into action during emergencies – you are the calm in the storm
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
- BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA or equivalent
- TNCC and NIHSS certifications required
- At least one year of recent med/surg or telemetry experience
- Neuro experience is a big plus – we love specialists!
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills for fast-paced med/surg and tele settings
- Comfort with telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Knowledge of neuro assessment tools like NIHSS
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Flexibility to handle variable patient loads and changing priorities
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in comfortably
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Weekly direct deposit so you can access your pay faster
- Travel and licensure reimbursement covered
- A dedicated recruiter who has your back
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
Explore Des Moines – from the Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the Des Moines Art Center to kayaking on the Raccoon River. Grab a bite at the East Village Farmers Market or catch a concert at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Weekend trips to the Loess Hills or Omaha are a bonus!
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Ready to start your next adventure as a RN - Med/Surg/Tele - Neuro? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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