Location: Waterloo, IA

Start Date: 08-02-2026

End Date: 09-05-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Flexible: 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM or 2:30 PM - 3:00 AM (evening and overnight options; candidate must be flexible; shifts include evening and overnight/rotating coverage)

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 emergency nursing care to patients of all ages with compassion and clinical confidence
• Assess, triage, and prioritize patients quickly in a fast-paced ER environment
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions per protocol and order
• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes
• Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record and maintain clear communication with families
• Participate in Trinity specialty-specific competency testing and skills checklists to maintain clinical excellence
• Ensure compliance with required health screenings, immunizations, and license verification

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing (compact or state license as applicable) required
• Current BLS required; ACLS and PALS required
• TNCC and NIHSS certifications preferred and/or required per unit standards
• Emergency nursing experience (acute/ER experience preferred)
• Successful completion of license/certificate verification and facility competency checks
• Ability to pass required health screenings: fit test, drug screen, immunizations, and physical/health statement

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong emergency assessment and triage skills
• Proficiency in IV therapy, medication administration, and basic life support interventions
• Comfort working in fast-paced, high-acuity environments with strong critical thinking
• Familiarity with ER protocols, trauma assessment, and rapid documentation
• Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff
• Willingness to complete facility-specific competency testing and skills checklists

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable travel accommodations to help you feel at home on assignment
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can save while you serve
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to make licensing and relocation easier
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program to reward you for helping us grow the team

Travel Perks: Explore Waterloo, IA

Explore the Cedar Valley while on assignment: stroll the riverfront and enjoy scenic views along the Cedar River, visit the Grout Museum District for local history and exhibits, wander the Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens for a peaceful break, hike and bike at nearby George Wyth State Park, and discover local breweries, cafes, and farm-to-table restaurants. Quick drives bring you to Cedar Falls and the University of Northern Iowa for dining, entertainment, and weekend activities.

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